Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; St Albans; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in St Albans is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster children’s development in a supportive atmosphere. Responsibilities include creating stimulating environments, leading educational activities, and overseeing child care. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience with children under 5. The role offers competitive pay and unique benefits like a four-day work week and 50% childcare discount.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Financial support through Salary Finance

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment.
• Lead Educational Activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Oversee children’s development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

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.

About Us: 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. 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, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery: Busy Bees St Albans Hospital is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 51, located just a 15-minute walk from the town centre with convenient bus stops right outside. The nursery offers free parking and lunch for employees, along with the flexibility of a four-day working week option, creating an appealing and supportive work environment 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 gift to you
• 50% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices
• Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub
• Celebrating You section recognising and rewarding team members
• Grow with Us area with development opportunities and training

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.

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, 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!