Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees In Portishead; Wigan; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Financial support through Salary Finance

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Job summary

Busy Bees In Portishead is hiring an Early Years Educator to foster children's intellectual and emotional development. Join a team that values education and offers growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include preparing learning environments, leading educational activities, and overseeing children's development. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience with children under 5.

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan activities.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment.
• Lead educational activities supporting children's development.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 (or above) qualification in 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.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Scholes, rated "Good" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 94 children. The nursery features four bright and welcoming rooms tailored to different age groups, a wide range of resources, and two spacious garden areas for outdoor exploration. Located just a short 5‑minute drive from Wigan town centre, it’s easily accessible by public transport and has free parking for staff.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across a range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off
• 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

You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, and a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources for physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section recognizes and rewards team members. A Grow with Us area shares development opportunities and training designed to support your growth.

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 working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Good communication skills, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver activities.
• Previous experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse is desirable.

At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have experience working with children and you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply!