Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; Tetford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

28 days holiday

Job summary

Busy Bees Thetford is seeking an Early Years Educator to join our team at a Good-rated nursery. You’ll support children's development across the EYFS, plan engaging activities, and work as a key person building strong family connections.

We value high-quality early years education, offer opportunities for professional growth, a comprehensive benefits package, and a welcoming, collaborative environment where staff are heard, valued and supported on their career journey.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience with children under 5 and a passion for early childhood education.
• Strong communication and organizational skills with EYFS knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead educational activities and create a safe, stimulating environment.
• Plan and deliver EYFS-aligned activities supporting development.
• Build strong partnerships with families as a Key Person.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education

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

Join our dedicated team at Busy Bees in Thetford, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 72 children. Our longstanding staff is committed to providing exceptional care in a nurturing environment that features a spacious outdoor area and a Nature Garden for exploration. The nursery benefits from various transport links and local amenities, making it easily accessible. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, as well as a generous one-hour lunch break. We are open to discussing flexible working patterns to accommodate your needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and engaging setting focused on children's development.

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.

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!