Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees; Stokenchurch; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Stokenchurch is seeking Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to create a safe and stimulating environment for children's growth. Responsibilities include planning educational activities and supporting children's development. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and a passion for early childhood education. This position offers competitive pay, up to 28 days holiday, and comprehensive benefits including a childcare discount.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Up to 28 days holiday + birthday off

50% childcare discount

Career development & training

Free parking & great transport links

Access to Hive benefits hub

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms for children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities supporting children's development.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Role Overview

Join Busy Bees – Where Careers Grow and Children Thrive

We're hiring Level 3 Nursery Practitioners at Busy Bees Stokenchurch, where you'll play a key role in helping children flourish in a safe, nurturing environment.

Why Busy Bees?

As the UK’s leading nursery group, we offer real career progression, excellent training, and a supportive culture that values your wellbeing.

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive pay
• Up to 28 days holiday + your birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Career development & training
• Free parking & great transport links
• Access to our Hive benefits hub (retail discounts, wellbeing support & more)
• Enhanced family leave, mental health support & private medical options

About Stokenchurch Nursery

Our 58-place nursery offers modern facilities including outdoor play areas, a sensory room, and meals from our on-site chef. Conveniently located near the M40 with easy access for commuters.

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

Apply now and build a brighter future with Busy Bees.

Role 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.

Required 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, 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!