Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees In Portishead; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children in a supportive and nurturing environment. Key responsibilities include creating engaging spaces for learning, planning educational activities aligned with EYFS, and overseeing children's growth and wellbeing. The ideal candidate should possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education and proven experience with children under 5. The role offers competitive salary, up to 28 days holiday, wellness support, and a vibrant team atmosphere.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

50% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus

Menopause support

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children's growth and learning.
• Plan and deliver activities supporting physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development.
• Oversee children's development, care needs, and build family connections.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

Application of child development knowledge

Education

Level 3 or above 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.

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 Sittingbourne, rated Good by Ofsted, accommodates 77 children in a nurturing environment featuring a forest area in the preschool garden, as well as dedicated garden spaces for each room and large, spacious interiors. We maintain strong links with the local Sure Start centre and work with dental health ambassadors from the NHS to promote health and wellbeing. Conveniently located just a short walk from the town centre and local shops, we offer free parking for staff. Additional benefits include free uniforms, Busy Bees discounts, and promotions through our Hive program, creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our team.

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.

But wait, there’s more! You’ll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering a huge array 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.

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 Early Years Foundation Stage (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, 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!