Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Nurseries; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Bee Hive discounts

Up to 28 days holiday including bank

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Job summary

Busy Bees Birmingham QE is seeking an Early Years Educator to support children’s development and well-being within a nurturing Preschool environment. You will contribute to the Bee Curious curriculum, planning engaging activities and ensuring a safe, inclusive space for every child.

The role offers growth opportunities within Busy Bees’ nationwide nurseries, with strong community ties and a commitment to high-quality education. A four-day week option is mentioned in the broader benefits.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare.
• Experience working with children under 5.
• Empathy and understanding – every child is unique.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities for children's development.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Take on the role of Key Person and build partnerships with children and families.
• Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Organisation

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare

Job description

Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK

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 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. At Busy Bees, 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. 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 offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About Our Nursery

Busy Bees Birmingham QE is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 141, located in a two-storey building close to the Queen Elizabeth and Women’s Hospitals. The nursery has strong community ties, particularly with the QE hospital, where it participates in initiatives such as the Harvest Festival, creating Christmas cards for patients without families, and a Reverse Christmas Calendar for donating food, toiletries, and toys to those in need. With excellent transport links, including nearby Selly Oak and University Train stations, and various bus routes from the QE hospital, the nursery is easy to access. Staff enjoy benefits like free parking, complimentary lunches, and the option of a four-day working week, creating a supportive and flexible working environment.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off – it’s our gift to you!
• 25% childcare discount
• Enhanced family leave and return to work bonus
• Menopause support through Peppy
• Financial support through Salary Finance
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Easy access to your workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

But wait, there’s more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

About Our Nursery

Busy Bees Birmingham QE is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 141, located in a newly refurbished, two-storey building close to the Queen Elizabeth and Women's Hospitals.

Our experienced, long-standing management team has created a supportive and welcoming environment for both children and colleagues.

The nursery features dedicated gardens for each age group, giving children exciting outdoor spaces tailored to their stage of development.

With excellent transport links and free on-site staff parking, our nursery is easily accessible for staff.

We also have strong community links with the QE Hospital, taking part in initiatives such as the Harvest Festival, creating Christmas cards for patients and supporting local donation drives.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children's development.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Take on the role of Key Person, fostering b partnerships with children and their families.
• Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.

What We’re Looking For:

• Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare.
• Experience working with children under 5.
• Empathy and understanding – each child is unique.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today