Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Rottingdean; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator in Rottingdean. In this role, you'll foster the intellectual and emotional growth of children, delivering activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience with children under 5. Join a company that values quality education and offers fantastic growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Previous experience ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities that support children's development.
• Oversee children's development and build family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

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 offers fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Charlton, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 95 children and provides spacious play areas for each age group, designed to create a homely feel while offering separate areas for rest, play, and mealtimes. We ensure that each child's individual needs are met while they enjoy fun activities and resources in a safe environment tailored for under‑fives. All children have access to our beautifully designed garden, featuring fun and challenging outdoor equipment suited for every age group. Conveniently located close to local bus and train routes, we offer some of the most flexible start and finish times in the area, accommodating different working patterns. We provide complimentary lunches for our children and free parking for staff. Additionally, we promote physical development through PE sessions, offer bespoke home‑learning activities to extend learning beyond the nursery, and organise trips to local places to broaden children’s horizons. Our extracurricular activities include Spa Day, Music Lessons, Yoga, and Ballet, enriching the overall nursery experience for all children.

Busy Bees 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

Additionally, you’ll enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering huge array of retail discounts that help your money go further – along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health.

A Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

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 working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Good communication and excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.
• Previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse, and a readiness to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education.

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!