Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Rugby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the United Kingdom is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster children's development. You will create engaging learning environments and lead educational activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage. Ideal candidates should possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and a passion for early childhood development. This role offers competitive salary and numerous benefits, including a supportive work environment and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Ongoing professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted private medical insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5.
• Desirable experience as an Early Years Educator or Nursery Practitioner.
• Ability to apply knowledge of child development.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children's growth.
• Plan and deliver engaging educational activities.
• Oversee children's development and build family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Experience with children under 5

Interest in early childhood education

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 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 – provides fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

Our Nursery (Dorking)

Busy Bees Dorking, Westcott Road, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, is situated in a two‑floor converted house with a capacity of 52 children. It has strong relationships with the local community, excellent garden facilities, and convenient access near Dorking Train Station with free parking for staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• 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 to you!
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Salary finance and financial support
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Access to workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted private medical insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries and learn new practices

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 and 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, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.
• Experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse is desirable.

Additional Information

At Busy Bees, we are committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience working with children, we encourage you to apply and make a meaningful impact in early childhood education.