Nursery Practitioner Level 3 Lunch Cover

Busy Bees Childcare; Brighton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK seeks an Early Years Educator to foster children's intellectual and social growth. You will create engaging learning environments and lead educational activities for children under five. Candidates must have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience working with young children. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits including professional development and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Ongoing professional development

Menopause support

Financial support options

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms for children's growth.
• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate activities.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Level 3 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. This role is working 16 hours a week (across 5 days).

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

Busy Bees Ayr, which is registered to welcome up to seventy‑two children between two months and five years of age, makes a crucial contribution to the lives of parents and the youngest members of the local community. The nursery is situated on the grounds of Ayr Hospital, just off the A77. The nursery is sign‑posted once you enter the grounds. The building offers 5 bright playrooms each with access to its own lovely secure garden. Due to the location, there is also access to lots of wonderful woodland trails that they use regularly for outdoor learning which the children absolutely love. Free onsite parking available.

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
• Access to our benefits and wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array of retail discounts helping your money to go further
• 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
• 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 Curriculum for Excellence and Realising the Ambition.
• 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.
• Good communication, 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!