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Are you ready to be part of something special? Busy Bees is opening a state-of-the-art, two-storey nursery in Aylesbury this autumn and we're looking for passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioners to join our team!
This modern, high-quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities—all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life. With space for up to 102 children, it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine.
Why You’ll Love Working With Us as a Nursery PractitionerCompetitive pay – £13.77 per hour!
Career growth – Ongoing professional development & progression
Birthday off – Because you deserve to celebrate YOU!
50% childcare discount – Supporting your family while you support others
Up to 28 days holiday – Plus bank holidays!
Menopause & family support – Helping you through life’s big moments
Health & wellbeing resources – Access to Hive, our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform
Cycle to Work scheme – Because a healthy commute is a happy commute
Pension & financial perks – Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance
Opportunities to travel – Learn from childcare professionals around the world
Your impact as a Nursery PractitionerCreate a Safe, Stimulating Environment – Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth.
Lead Engaging Educational Activities – Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, all aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
Be a Key Person in a Child’s Journey – Take an active role in overseeing children’s development, addressing care needs, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home.
What You’ll Bring to the Hive as a Nursery PractitionerLevel 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education
Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education
Strong communication skills—able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues
Excellent organisational abilities—keeping learning environments structured yet exciting
Deep understanding of child development—applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive
If you have experience working with children—whether as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse—and you’re ready to shape young minds with passion and purpose, we’d love to welcome you to our hive!
About Us
Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and even more overseas! We’re all about giving every child the best start in life and ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way!
As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners!
Our Charitable Commitment – Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we fundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK.
This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!
