Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; York and North Yorkshire; Vor Ort; GBP 21.000 - 27.000; Teilzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive benefits

Up to 28 days holiday

Birthday off

50% childcare discount

Family leave bonus

Menopause support

Salary Finance

Employee assistance program

Mental health first aiders

Cycle to work

Pension scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Travel opportunities

Zusammenfassung

Busy Bees Nurseries in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to support children's development across the EYFS framework. You will help create engaging, safe spaces and lead activities that foster curiosity, social skills, and a love of learning in a welcoming setting at our York site.

This role offers flexible hours (30 hours over 3 days or 40 hours over 4 days) with opportunities for professional growth, a strong team environment, and access to Busy Bees’ Bee Curious curriculum and

Qualifikationen

• Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Proven experience with children under 5.
• Strong communication and organisational abilities.

Aufgaben

• 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 EYFS.
• Key Person Role: Oversee children’s development, care needs, and build strong family connections.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Child development knowledge

Ausbildung

Level 3 EYFS

Jobbeschreibung

We can consider 30hrs over 3 days or 40 hours over 4 days and can be discussed further at interview.

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

York is an Ofsted-rated "Outstanding" nursery with a capacity of 120 children. It is a large, purpose-built facility that was fully refurbished in 2017. The nursery offers age-appropriate rooms, all of which have access to outdoor areas, including a unique enclosed woodland walk. Located on Eccles Close in Rawcliffe, the nursery is easily accessible by public transport, with several bus routes serving the area. One of the nearest bus stops is just a few minutes' walk away on the A19. The facility also provides free parking for added convenience.

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!