Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Sunderland; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive benefits

28 days holiday

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Family leave

Mental health support

Pension access

Private Medical Insurance

Cycle to work

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd. in Sunderland is seeking an enthusiastic Early Years Educator to support children’s learning under the EYFS framework. You will create safe, stimulating spaces, plan activities, and work as a Key Person to build strong family links.

Applicants should hold Level 3 (or higher) in Early Years Education and have proven experience with under-5s, with excellent communication and organisational skills to help children thrive within Busy Bees’ supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Experience working with children under 5.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: prepare materials and arrange rooms to support learning.
• Lead Educational Activities: plan and deliver EYFS-aligned activities to support development.
• Key Person Role: oversee children’s development and maintain family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

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

Here at Sunderland Ryhope we have a capacity of up to 117, and have an Ofsted rating of Good. We have a very dedicated and longstanding team many of who have been at the nursery for over 10 years. We have an excellent reputation in the local area and lots of returning families and friends.Our team are passionate and pride themselves on giving children the best start in life. We have strong links with local schools and nurseries as well as other professionals to support children with their transitions and learning and development.We are on the local bus route with regular buses from Sunderland City Centre. Nearest bus stop is a 2 minute walk from the nursery. Local shops are a 5-10 min walk. Private and enclosed car park is also available at the nursery.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘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.

But wait, there’s more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

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