Nursery Practitioner Level 3 SEN Specialist

Busy Bees; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Hive wellbeing platform

Job summary

Busy Bees in Chelmsford Springfield is looking for a SEN Nursery Practitioner to join our Outstanding nursery team. You’ll create a safe, engaging learning space and act as a key person to support children's development in line with the EYFS.

This role offers a competitive salary, ongoing professional development and a generous range of staff benefits including 25% childcare discount, enhanced family leave and access to our Hive wellbeing platform.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Childcare qualification required.
• Previous experience in early years settings preferred (EYFS).
• Strong communication and safeguarding knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Create safe, stimulating environments for children.
• Be the key person to support children's development and family connections.

Skills

Communication skills

Childcare experience

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Role Overview

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK

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

Join our outstanding team at Busy Bees in Chelmsford Springfield, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 154 children. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive environment that values collaboration and growth among our staff. Our nursery is easily accessible, with a bus service linking the city center just a two-minute walk from the nearest stop, and a 15-minute walk from Chelmsford city center. Located on a main road, we offer ample free parking on-site for our team. This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a nurturing and vibrant community.

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!
• 25% 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)

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.

Role Responsibilities

What to Expect as a SEN Nursery Practitioner:

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Key Person Role: Oversee children's development, care needs, and build strong family connections.

Required Qualifications

To apply for this role, you must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification and have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.