Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Shotton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable childcare provider in Shotton seeks an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children under 5. Responsibilities include creating a safe environment, leading educational activities, and overseeing children's care. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, excellent communication skills, and a passion for childhood education. This role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and attractive benefits including childcare discounts and holiday allowances.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Childcare discounts

Up to 28 days holiday

Cycle to Work scheme

Menopause support

Mental Health First Aiders support

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Ability to plan and deliver activities.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children.
• Plan and deliver activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Oversee children's development and build strong family connections.

Skills

Good communication skills

Strong organisational abilities

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

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.

You will be responsible for creating a safe, stimulating environment and for leading educational activities that support children’s growth. You will also act as the lead person for children’s development, ensuring high quality care and building strong family connections.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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 skills, strong 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 large range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Salary Finance supportEmployee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Exposure to other countries and cultures through travel opportunities

We are committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience and are ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply.