Overview
Join to apply for the Part Time Nursery Practitioner Level 3 role at Busy Bees Nurseries.
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 growth opportunities.
About Us
Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and more overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. We ensure that 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. 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 opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children’s lives.
About Our Nursery
Join our outstanding team at Busy Bees in Chelmsford, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 99 children. Our longstanding staff, along with new team members, foster a collaborative environment that values growth and development. We offer progression potential, including apprenticeship opportunities, to help you advance your career.
Our staff room is equipped with tea and coffee facilities, and we enjoy regular outings to local parks to enhance children's learning experiences. The nursery is a five-minute walk from Chelmsford Town, the train station, and the bus station, with shops nearby. Free staff parking is available, and we offer a flexible four-day working week with 40 hours.
Busy Bees Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Ongoing professional development and career progression
* Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across retailers
* Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
* Your birthday off
* 50% childcare discount
* Enhanced family leave and return-to-work bonus
* Support through Peppy for menopause
* Financial support through Salary Finance
* Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Accessible workplace pension via Cushon
* Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
* Opportunities to travel and experience different cultures
We also provide access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, and a Wellbeing Hub to support your health and development. A Celebrating You section recognises and rewards our team, with a Grow with Us area for development opportunities and training.
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 development aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
* Key Person Role: Oversee children’s development and care needs, building strong family connections.
What We’re Looking For
* Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
* Proven experience with children under 5 and a genuine interest in early childhood education.
* Good communication, strong 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 experience with children as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.
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