Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Join Busy Bees – The UK’s Leading Nursery Group

We’re looking for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to support the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at our Busy Bees Newbury nursery, rated Good by Ofsted.

Why Busy Bees?
With nearly 400 UK nurseries and growing, Busy Bees is committed to giving every child the best start in life. We offer a supportive, inclusive culture, recognised by national workplace awards.

About Busy Bees Newbury
Located on the grounds of Newbury College, our nursery has space for 104 children and a dedicated, long-standing team. We offer free staff parking, good public transport links, and a supportive, community-focused environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• 50% childcare discount

• Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)

• Your birthday off

• Ongoing professional development and career progression

• Enhanced family leave, return-to-work bonus, and menopause support

• Wellbeing and rewards platform (Hive) with retail discounts and health resources

• Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders

• Cycle to Work scheme, workplace pension, and discounted private medical insurance

• Opportunities to travel and learn globally

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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!