Busy Bees Nurseries
Nursery Practitioner Level 3
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Nursery Practitioner Level 3
Early Years Educator – Join Our Team at Busy Bees
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 Busy Bees
Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and internationally. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and have received awards for our outstanding workplace culture. At Busy Bees, every member of our team feels heard, valued, and nurtured.
Why Work at Busy Bees?
We offer a supportive environment where you can create engaging, educational spaces for children to 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 support meaningful community involvement and fundraising initiatives to enhance children’s lives.
Where You’ll Work: Busy Bees – Milton Keynes Browns Wood
Join our dedicated team at our Milton Keynes – Browns Wood nursery, rated Good by Ofsted with a capacity for 101 children. Our experienced staff—including a dedicated chef—prioritise Teaching for Quality and Mindfulness (TfQ&M) principles, ensuring strong, secure relationships with children and families. We actively engage with local schools, attending parent-related events like parents’ evenings and conducting stay-and-play sessions for new intakes. Our nursery is conveniently located near a bus stop, with a designated parking area for staff. Enjoy additional perks through our Hive benefits, offering discounts at leading retailers and enhanced career growth opportunities.
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Busy Bees Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- Hive benefits and Wellbeing Hub, including discounts across major retailers
- Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- 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
- Pension contributions through Cushon
- Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
- Opportunities to travel internationally, experience cultural exchanges, and learn new practices
Additional perks include:
- Hive Benefits platform – retail discounts, wellness resources, and rewards programs
- Grow with Us – tailored training and development opportunities
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What You’ll Do as a Nursery Practitioner
- Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment: Prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage children’s growth and learning.
- Deliver Educational Activities: Plan and lead activities that support children’s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development under the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
- Key Person Role: Oversee children’s developmental needs and build trusting relationships with families.
Requirements
- Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Early Years Education
- Proven experience working with children under 5
- Strong interest in early childhood education
- Key skills:
- Good communication abilities
- Exceptional organisational skills
- Understanding of child development to design and deliver engaging activities
At Busy Bees, we are committed to care, quality, value, and service. If you have prior experience as an:
- Early Years Educator
- Nursery Practitioner
- Nursery Assistant
- Nursery Nurse
and are eager to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to have you on our team! Apply now to join us.
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