Busy Bees Nurseries
Nursery Practitioner Level 3
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Nursery Practitioner Level 3
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 expanding 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 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 introduce 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 provide fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.
About Our Nursery
Join our passionate team at Busy Bees in St Neots, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 93 children. Our dedicated staff focus on supporting each child to be their unique self, emphasising confidence and self-esteem. We maintain strong links with local schools and are actively building partnerships with the nearby elderly home.
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Our nursery is located in a quiet area, just a five-minute walk from local shops, eateries, and bus stops. We offer free parking and flexible working hours – from half days to full days, and options for two-to-five day workweeks. This opportunity allows you to grow your career in early childhood education within a supportive, community-focused environment.
Busy Bees Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- Access to our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, including discounts with major retailers
- Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
- Your birthday off – our gift to you!
- 50% childcare discount
- Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
- Menopause support through Peppy
- Financial support via Salary Finance
- Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Easy access to workplace pension through Cushon
- Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
Additionally, you’ll benefit from our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering:
- A vast range of retail discounts
- A Wellbeing Hub with resources for physical and mental health
- Celebrating You—our programme for recognising and rewarding team members
- Grow with Us—training and development opportunities to help you thrive
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What To Expect As a Nursery Practitioner
- Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and organise rooms to nurture children’s growth and learning.
- Lead Educational Activities: Plan and deliver activities supporting 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 working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education
- Key skills:
- Good communication
- Excellent organisational capabilities
- Ability to apply knowledge of child development to plan and deliver engaging activities
At Busy Bees, we’re committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have previous experience as an:
- Early Years Educator
- Nursery Practitioner
- Nursery Assistant
- Nursery Nurse
...and you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education, we encourage you to apply!
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