Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of young children? As an Early Years Educator at Busy Bees, you will play a pivotal role in nurturing the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children. Join a company that values high-quality education and offers abundant growth opportunities About Us Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and beyond. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and take pride in our award-winning workplace culture. At Busy Bees, every team member is heard, valued, and nurtured. Why Work at Busy Bees? We provide 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 Join our enthusiastic team at Busy Bees in Stratford Court, an Ofsted-rated Good facility with a capacity of 100 children. Our dedicated staff is committed to providing children with the best start in life. Conveniently located near Solihull town centre and within walking distance of Shirley, we offer excellent local bus links, with the nearest stop just a minute's walk away. The train station is also within a 10-minute drive, providing easy access to central Birmingham. Enjoy free lunch and parking, along with access to the Smart Spending APP, HIVE, to help manage your expenses effectively. This is a fantastic opportunity to further your career in a supportive and vibrant environment. Busy Bees Benefits Competitive salary Ongoing professional development and career progression Access to our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a wide range of retailers Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you50% 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 vast array of retail discounts to help your money go further. Our Wellbeing Hub features resources to support your physical and mental health. Plus, we have a Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognize and reward our valued team members, along with a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing exciting development opportunities and training designed to support your growth at Busy Bees. Role Responsibilities 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. Required Qualifications What We’re Looking For: Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education. Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education. Skills: Excellent communication, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity 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 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