Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK seeks an Early Years Educator in Tees Valley to foster the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children. You'll create a safe environment, lead educational activities, and build strong family connections. A Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and proven experience with children under 5 are required. The position offers competitive salary and extensive benefits including childcare discounts and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Ability to plan and deliver educational activities based on child development.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities aligned with EYFS.
• Oversee children's development and build family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 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 our Nursery Formerly known as Ferndene Nursery, situated in what was once a large Victorian lodge and coaching house just a short way from the town centre. Its soothing decor creates a warm and welcoming environment, while the building\'s multiple rooms provide plenty of space.

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.
• Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, with a Wellbeing Hub and resources to support physical and mental health.
• Celebrating You section recognising and rewarding our valued team members
• Grow with Us area sharing development opportunities and training to help you thrive 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, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.
• Experience: 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!