Job Description
Nursery Practitioner Level 3 – BRAND NEW CENTRE!
We’re Looking to GROW our team at our Brand-New Busy Bees Nursery in Lenzie! Be Part of Something Amazing!
Location: Glasgow, Lenzie
Salary: £13.40 per hour
Contract: Full-time – 32 hours a week
About our Nursery
Busy Bees in Glasgow Lenzie, is a brand-new, state-of-the-art nursery in a thriving community! This newly built, two-storey nursery has five age specific rooms that are well equipped for children aged from 3 months to 5 years old. With 90 available spaces, Busy Bees Lenzie offers a bright and airy space for children to grow and learn. Our wonderful team of passionate qualified early years educators support children throughout their developmental journey, giving them the best start in life. Due to this growing demand, this is YOUR opportunity to be part of something amazing!
To find out more about this nursery, please visit: Nursery in Lenzie | North Glasgow Childcare | Busy Bees
Why Work at Busy Bees?
We’re not just the UK’s leading nursery group — we’re a team that celebrates, supports, and develops its people. With nearly 400 nurseries nationwide and a global presence, your future here is full of opportunity. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture.
We offer 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.
Busy Bees Benefits
Here’s what makes us stand out:
* £13.40 per hour – because your expertise matters
Your birthday off – paid!
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
* Career growth with our ‘Grow with Us’ programme
* Ongoing CPD and qualifications
* 50% off childcare
* Huge discounts through our Hive Wellbeing & Benefits platform, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
Opportunities to work abroad
* Access to mental health support & menopause services
* Cycle to Work scheme, enhanced leave, medical insurance & more!
* Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
What to Expect as a Nursery Practitioner:
As a Nursery Practitioner Level 3, you’ll be at the heart of a child’s learning journey:
* 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 Curriculum for Excellence and Realising the Ambition.
* 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.
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.
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!