Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Reading is seeking a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner. In this role, you will create a stimulating environment and lead engaging activities for young children. With a focus on their development and well-being, you will play a key role in supporting their early learning journey. The position offers competitive pay, career growth, and various benefits including up to 28 days of holiday and a childcare discount. Join a supportive community dedicated to loving and shaping young minds.

Benefits

Competitive pay – £14.27 per hour

Career growth opportunities

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Health & wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension & financial perks

Opportunities to travel

Community focus and support for staff

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children's exploration.
• Lead engaging educational activities aligned with EYFS framework.
• Support children's development and build strong family connections.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent organisational abilities

Understanding of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education

• Strong communication skills – able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues
• Excellent organisational abilities – keeping learning environments structured yet exciting
• Deep understanding of child development – applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive

If you have experience working with children-whether as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse–and you're ready to shape young minds with passion and purpose, we'd love to welcome you to our hive!

Are you ready to be part of something special? Busy Bees is opening a state‑of‑the‑art, three‑storey nursery in Binfield and we're looking for passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join our team!

This modern, high‑quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities – all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life. With space for up to 75 children, it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine.

Whether you're looking for an immediate start or happy to wait for the perfect role, we can't wait to welcome talented childcare professionals who are as passionate as we are about shaping young minds.

Benefits

• Competitive pay – £14.27 per hour!
• Career growth – Ongoing professional development & progression
• Birthday off – Because you deserve to celebrate YOU!
• 50% childcare discount – Supporting your family while you support others
• Up to 28 days holiday – Plus bank holidays!
• Menopause & family support – Helping you through life's big moments
• Health & wellbeing resources – Access to Hive, our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform
• Cycle to Work scheme – Because a healthy commute is a happy commute
• Pension & financial perks – Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance
• Opportunities to travel – Learn from childcare professionals around the world
• More Than Just a Job – It's a Community!
• Join a team that celebrates YOU – with rewards, recognition, and exciting development opportunities
• Be part of a forward‑thinking nursery where your ideas matter
• Work in a beautiful, modern brand new setting designed to inspire both children and educators
• Gain international experience through travel opportunities

Role Responsibilities: Your Impact As A Nursery Practitioner

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment – Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth.
• Lead Engaging Educational Activities – Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, all aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Be a Key Person in a Child's Journey – Take an active role in overseeing children's development, addressing care needs, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home.

If this sounds like your perfect role, it's time to take the next step!

Required Qualifications: What You'll Bring to the Hive As A Nursery Practitioner

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education