Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Scotland; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children. Responsibilities include creating stimulating environments, leading educational activities, and overseeing children's development. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience working with children under 5. The role offers competitive salary and numerous benefits including ongoing professional development and a childcare discount.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Cycle to Work scheme

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Support for mental health

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment.
• Lead Educational Activities.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational abilities

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 (or above) 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.

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.

Note: This description reflects the role and current information for Busy Bees Inverness and related opportunities.

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 Curriculum for Excellence and Realising the Ambition.
• Key Person Role: Oversee children’s development, care needs, and build strong family connections.

Responsibilities

As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. You’ll contribute to delivering high-quality education and care in a Nursery setting, ensuring the wellbeing and development of children in your care.

Qualifications

• 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, excellent organisational abilities, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) – Your birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Support for menopause through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to workplace pension via Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices

Plus, access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering a range of discounts and a Wellbeing Hub, along with Celebrating You and Grow with Us development sections to support your growth at Busy Bees.