Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees; Sonning; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Sonning seeks a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to create a safe environment and deliver engaging activities for children under 5. This role requires strong communication, organizational skills, and a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education. Join a supportive team committed to quality early childhood education with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Up to 28 days holiday + birthday off

50% childcare discount

Funded training and development

Retail discounts

Family leave and mental health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Private medical options

Opportunities to work abroad

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment for children's growth.
• Plan and deliver educational activities aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to apply knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Role Overview

Join Busy Bees Reading Holme Park – Where Children and Careers Grow

We're looking for passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to help shape young minds in our welcoming, Ofsted-rated 'Good' nursery.

Why Busy Bees?

As the UK’s leading nursery group with 400+ settings, we offer strong career progression, a supportive culture, and award‑winning employee benefits.

What You’ll Get

• Competitive pay
• Up to 28 days holiday + your birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Funded training and development
• Retail discounts via Hive
• Family leave, mental health & menopause support
• Cycle to Work scheme & private medical options
• Opportunities to work abroad

Ready to join a team that puts children – and you – first?

Apply now and build a brighter future with Busy Bees.

Role Responsibilities

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.

Required Qualifications

What We’re Looking For

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

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!