Nursery Practitioner Level 3 - SEN Specialist

Busy Bees Childcare; West of England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is looking for a SEN Nursery Practitioner to create a safe and stimulating environment for children. You will prepare educational materials and oversee children's development while building connections with families. A Level 3 Childcare qualification and experience with children are required. The position offers competitive salary and numerous benefits, including ongoing professional development and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

28 days holiday per year

25% childcare discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Childcare qualification.
• Previous experience working with children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms for children's growth.
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Childcare qualification (Level 3)

Experience with children

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Overview

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

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.

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

Bristol Bradley Stoke, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 92 children in a nurturing environment that feels like a home away from home. Our friendly staffing team is dedicated to supporting the development of both children and staff, with onsite training rooms where Busy Bee courses are held. The nursery benefits from excellent bus links, with local bus stops just a five-minute walk away, and provides free parking for staff, ensuring convenient access.

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)

We also offer access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, featuring a wide range of retail discounts and a Wellbeing Hub with resources to support physical and mental health. The Celebrating You section recognises and rewards our valued team members, and Grow with Us shares exciting development opportunities and training designed to help you 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.

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.