Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Sevenoaks; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join their friendly team in Sevenoaks. This role involves supporting children’s development, ensuring their needs are met, and engaging parents. Competitive salary, excellent benefits including holiday and childcare discounts, and a commitment to inclusive culture are offered.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Your Birthday off

50% Childcare Discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Onsite Parking

Dress down Friday

Staff social events

Qualifications

• Requires a Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Previous experience working with children is essential.
• Experience as an Early Years Educator or Nursery Practitioner is desired.

Responsibilities

• Ensure each child’s needs are met as a keyworker.
• Take ownership of observations and planning for key children.
• Encourage children's development and have fun.

Skills

Childcare expertise

Observation skills

Communication

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

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About our Nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery and Preschool at Sevenoaks Riverhead are proud to hold Ofsted rating GOOD. The warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.

About our Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary of up to £24,000 per annum, plus you will also be entitled to:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - because we all need time to relax and revitalize!
• Your Birthday off ... on us!
• Childcare Discounts - generous 50% discount.
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as Peppy and Mental Health support.
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution.
• Enhanced family leave.
• Onsite Parking
• Dress down Friday
• Staff social events

And so much more, such as well-being benefits, Cycle to Work – get to work, get fit, go green, and save money! Compassionate leave and support, Smart Hive – our benefits platform with discounts for your favorite places!

What to expect as a Nursery Nurse/Educator

• As a keyworker, you will ensure every child's needs are met, including supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning for your key children in line with EYFS, providing developmentally challenging next steps.
• Encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
• And most of all… have FUN!

To apply for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse.

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and always evolving. We offer a fantastic opportunity to work and learn on the job with leading Practitioners and Educators in the industry, along with top-sector training and support in child development. Our 40 years of success reflect our commitment and excellence.

About the Culture

At Busy Bees, our purpose and values are central to our work. They guide how colleagues treat each other and interact with the community. We promote an inclusive culture and encourage applications from all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities.

Please note, if you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you might need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.

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Created on 22/06/2025 by TN United Kingdom