Nursery Practitioner Level 3

TN United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and inclusive nursery team dedicated to providing children with the best start in life. As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you will play a vital role in supporting children's development, ensuring their needs are met, and fostering a fun and engaging learning environment. With excellent on-the-job training and a commitment to personal growth, this role offers not just a job, but a fulfilling career path in early childhood education. Enjoy generous benefits, including childcare discounts and a supportive workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Childcare Discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work schemes

Compassionate leave

Access to Smart Hive benefits platform

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Experience in supporting children's development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Ensure every child's needs are met, including those with SEND/ASL.
• Take ownership of observations and planning for key children.
• Encourage and praise children's development and achievements.

Skills

Childcare Management

EYFS Knowledge

Observation and Assessment

SEND/ASL Support

Communication Skills

Education

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Job description

Do you want to see personal growth opportunities beyond where you are now and well into your future? Busy Bees have assisted thousands of colleagues in achieving just that!

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery and Preschool at Swindon St Andrews are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of GOOD. Our warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to help us give our children the best start in life.

Our nursery has recently been refurbished and is conveniently located near local bus routes.

About our Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary starting from £24,000 per annum, plus additional benefits including:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) – because everyone needs time to relax and recharge!
• Your Birthday off – on us!
• Childcare Discounts – a generous 50% discount.
• Health & Wellbeing Apps – Confidential Employee Assistance Programme, Peppy, and mental health support.
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution.
• Enhanced family leave.

And much more, including well-being benefits, Cycle to Work schemes, compassionate leave, and access to our benefits platform, Smart Hive, where you can find discounts at your favorite places!

What to expect as a Nursery Nurse/Educator

• As a keyworker, you will ensure every child's needs are met, including supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning for your key children in line with EYFS, providing developmentally appropriate next steps.
• Encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
• Most importantly…have FUN!

*To apply for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification*

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and ever-evolving. We offer excellent on-the-job training and support in child development, along with sector-leading learning opportunities. Our 40 years of success speak to our commitment to excellence.

About the Culture

At Busy Bees, our purpose and values guide us. We foster an inclusive environment where applications from all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities are encouraged and valued.