Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees; Wall; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Up to 28 days holiday

Health & wellbeing resources

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension & financial perks

Opportunities to travel

Job summary

Busy Bees in Fareham is opening a state-of-the-art nursery in early 2027, seeking passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join the team. You’ll craft engaging activities, support children's development, and build strong links with families as part of a welcoming hive culture.

The role requires Level 3 (or higher) in Early Years Education, proven experience with under-5s, and excellent communication and organisational skills. A nurturing, collaborative environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience working with children under 5.
• Genuine passion for early childhood education.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging educational activities aligned with EYFS.
• Create a safe, stimulating environment for exploration and growth.
• Be a Key Person, overseeing development and family connections.
• Plan and deliver experiences supporting physical, emotional, cognitive, and social development.

Skills

Strong communication

Excellent organisational

Deep understanding of child

Education

Level 3 Early Years Education

Experience with children under 5

Job description

Role Overview:

Join Our Brand-New Nursery in Fareham!

Are you ready to be part of something special?

Busy Bees

is opening a

state-of-the-art nursery

in Fareham Early 2027, and we're looking for

passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioners

to join our team!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us As A Nursery Practitioner

Competitive pay

– £30,992.00

per annumCareer growth

– Ongoing professional development & progressionBirthday off

– Because you deserve to celebrate YOU!50% childcare discount

– Supporting your family while you support othersUp to 28 days holiday

– Plus bank holidays!Menopause & family support

– Helping you through life’s big momentsHealth & wellbeing resources

– Access to

Hive , our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platformCycle to Work scheme

– Because a healthy commute is a happy commutePension & financial perks

– Easy access to workplace pension & Salary FinanceOpportunities to travel

– Learn from childcare professionals around the world

Role Responsibilities:

Your ImpactAs A Nursery Practitioner

Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment

– Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth.Lead Engaging Educational Activities

Lead Engaging Educational Activities

– Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's

physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development , all aligned with the

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

framework.Be a Key Person in a Child’s Journey

– Take an active role in overseeing children’s development, addressing care needs, and

building strong, trusting family connections

to support their learning both at nursery and at home

Required Qualifications:

What You’ll Bring to the HiveAs A Nursery Practitioner

Level 3 (or above) qualification

in

Early Years EducationProven experience

working with children

under 5

and a

genuine passion

for early childhood educationStrong communication skills —able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues

Excellent organisational abilities —keeping learning environments structured yet exciting

Deep understanding of child development —applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive

If you have

experience working with children —whether as an

Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse —and you’re ready to shape young minds with

passion and purpose , we’d love to welcome you to our hive!

This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing.