Nursery Practitioner Level 3. Job in Beeston Education & Training Jobs

Busy Bees; Beeston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the growth and learning of children. Responsibilities include creating engaging activities aligned with the EYFS and ensuring a safe environment. The ideal candidate possesses a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and has a passion for working with young children. Competitive salary, professional development, and attractive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Menopause support

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Ability to plan and deliver activities.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational abilities

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Role 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.

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nur series 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

Busy Bees Nottingham Toton, rated "Good" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 65 children. Our purpose-built nursery features an extensive range of learning and play resources, including a self-contained baby unit and a secluded outdoor play area, ensuring a nurturing and stimulating environment for all children. Conveniently located just off the A52 on Minton Close, our nursery is ideally situated for those commuting, with just a 20-minute drive from the centres of Derby and Nottingham. The M1 at Junction 25 is only a 5-minute drive away, providing excellent transportation connections. For families arriving via public transport, there is a bus stop just a 2-minute walk from the nursery on Morris Avenue, serving bus routes 510 ECOnnect and 536. Free parking is available for staff.

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.

Additionally, you\'ll have access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering a wide range of retail discounts to support your finances, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. There is also a Celebrating You section highlighting how we recognise and reward our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area sharing development opportunities and training to help you thrive at Busy Bees.

Role Responsibilities

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.

Required Qualifications

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!