Nursery Practitioner Level 3 - SEN Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking a SEN Nursery Practitioner in Kettering. The role involves creating a safe and stimulating environment for children, overseeing their development, and building strong family connections. Candidates must have a Level 3 Childcare qualification and relevant experience. This position offers competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and various benefits including up to 28 days holiday and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

28 days holiday

Childcare discount

Mental Health First Aiders

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Previous experience working with children required.
• Ideal candidates are Early Years Educators or Nursery Practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Oversee children's development, care needs, and build strong family connections.

Skills

Childcare

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

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 Busy Bees Kettering is an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 112, offering a family-oriented environment where staff feel welcomed immediately. The longstanding, experienced management team supports a vibrant learning atmosphere, featuring an on-site Forest School and allotment. Located in a quiet area with ample parking and nearby amenities, the nursery provides free parking and lunch for employees. Busy Bees offers excellent career progression opportunities with a variety of fully funded courses. Flexible working options include 40 hours per week with the possibility of four longer days and one half-day off each week.

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)

Hive platform and Wellbeing

• Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering a huge array of retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub with resources to support physical and mental health
• A Celebrating You section showcasing ways we recognise and reward our valued team members
• A Grow with Us area sharing exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive at Busy Bees

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.

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.