Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd; Bristol, Portishead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery organization in Portishead seeks a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to support children's learning and development in a caring environment. The role involves creating stimulating experiences aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage, working closely with families, and promoting the well-being of children under 5. Benefits include competitive salary, holiday, childcare discounts, and career development opportunities. Join a dedicated team committed to early childhood education and make a meaningful impact in children's lives.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday

50% childcare discount

Career development opportunities

Cycle to Work scheme

Private medical options

Pension access

Qualifications

• Proven experience in working with children under 5.
• Genuine interest in early childhood education.
• Ability to plan and deliver activities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare materials and arrange rooms for children's growth.
• Plan and deliver activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Oversee children's development and care needs.

Skills

Good communication

Organisational skills

Knowledge of child development

Education

Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Join Busy Bees as a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner – Bristol Portishead

We’re looking for a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our Good rated nursery in Portishead. You’ll play a key role in supporting children’s learning and development in a caring, engaging environment.

Why Busy Bees?

As the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 sites, we’re committed to giving every child the best start in life — and that starts with you. Our Portishead nursery features a dedicated, long‑standing team and a strong community feel, with great transport links and free staff parking.

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive salary
• Up to 28 days holiday (incl. bank holidays)
• Your birthday off
• 50% childcare discount
• Career development & training opportunities
• Hive platform with retail discounts & wellbeing resources
• Enhanced family leave & return‑to‑work bonus
• Cycle to Work scheme, private medical options & pension access

You’ll also be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum and have the chance to get involved in charitable initiatives through our partnership with BBC Children in Need.

Apply now

and become part of a team that puts children — and its people — first.

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 capable or, 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!