Nursery Practitioner Level 3 - Brand New Centre

Busy Bees Nurseries; Bagshot; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to create a stimulating environment for children's growth. Responsibilities include planning educational activities and overseeing children's development. The ideal candidate will have a level 3 qualification in early years education and experience working with children under 5 years. Busy Bees offers competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and numerous benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Plan and deliver activities that support children's development.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

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.

Enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub, recognition and reward programs, and development opportunities to support your growth at Busy Bees.

Role Responsibilities & 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.
• Skills: Good communication, excellent organisational skills, and 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 experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse, and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply!

What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner:

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, dedicated to giving every child the best start in life, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and overseas. We foster a workplace culture where every team member feels heard, valued, and nurtured.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

• Supportive environment fostering engaging, educational spaces for children.
• Introduction to our Bee Curious curriculum, fostering curiosity and confidence.

Our Charitable Commitment:

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer community involvement and fundraising opportunities to support children's lives.

Busy Bees Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with retailer discounts
• Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off
• 25% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support via Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)