Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Welwyn Garden City seeks an Early Years Educator to foster children's development and create engaging educational spaces. Applicants should have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and a genuine passion for early childhood education. This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in young learners' lives in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment to encourage children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities supporting children's development.
• Oversee children’s development and build family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational abilities

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.

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.

Note: This description reflects opportunities at Busy Bees in Welwyn Garden City. We are an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 87 children and are located on Shire Park, near Welwyn Garden City town centre and the train station.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. You’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Our charitable commitment includes partnership with BBC Children in Need, offering opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.

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 abilities, 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!