Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Oadby and Wigston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster children's development. You will create a stimulating environment, plan educational activities, and build strong connections with families. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience with children under 5. Benefits include competitive salary, professional development, and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms for children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities for physical and social development.
• Oversee children’s development and build family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK. As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company that values high-quality education and provides ample growth opportunities.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we ensure that every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Our Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Wigston Magna is rated "Good" by Ofsted and has a capacity of 54 children. Established in 1995, our nursery offers a warm, welcoming, and stimulating environment. Housed across two floors, our four bright and cheerful rooms are designed to provide children with ample space to learn, develop, and have fun while prioritizing their comfort. Our outdoor play area encourages physical activity, healthy habits, and exploration of the world around them. Our practitioners prepare and plan activities that engage children in the outdoor learning environment, ensuring access to all areas of learning outside. We are conveniently located near Wigston Magna's shopping centre and adjacent to Memorial Park, allowing practitioners to support children in exploring their local area. With good links to local transport, this high-quality nursery is perfect for busy parents seeking early years learning in a convenient location.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices
• Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering retail discounts and wellbeing resources
• Celebrating You – recognition and rewards
• Grow with Us – development opportunities and training

What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Key Person Role: Oversee children’s development, care needs, and build strong family connections.

What We’re Looking For

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Skills: Good communication, capable of excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.

At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse and you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply!