Part Time Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Childcare; Brighton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Brighton is looking for an Early Years Educator to foster children's development in a supportive environment. You will prepare stimulating learning spaces, lead educational activities, and ensure children's care needs are met. Candidates should have a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and experience working with children under 5. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including professional development and flexible hours.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Menopause support

Financial support

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities supporting children's development.
• Oversee children’s development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication

Excellent organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

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. Busy Bees values high-quality education and opportunities for growth.

About Busy Bees

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. 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. You’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners. Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we offer opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children\'s lives.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Pershore (Birlingham) is an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 62, housed in a three-story building with base rooms across two floors. The nursery employs a dedicated team of 22 staff, including part-time and relief members, and offers a fantastic outdoor space with separate play areas for each age group. While there are no direct community links due to its rural location, school teachers visit to support smooth transitions for children starting school. Situated just outside the village of Pershore, the nursery is accessible from Evesham, Tewkesbury, and Worcester, with no direct bus routes.

Staff Benefits

Benefits include a free lunch, free parking, and flexible contracts with a variety of working hours or days. Busy Bees Benefits - Competitive salary - Ongoing professional development and career progression - Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts - 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 - Pension through Cushon - Discounted Private Medical Insurance - Opportunities to travel to other countries, experience different cultures and learn new practices. Access to Hive platform, Wellbeing Hub, Celebrating You, Grow with Us.

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 EYFS.
• 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.
• Skills: 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!