Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Childcare; Braintree; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group located in Braintree is seeking an Early Years Educator focused on fostering the development of young children. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 qualification in early years education and experience working with children under five. Key responsibilities include planning educational activities and creating inclusive environments. This role offers competitive salary and benefits, including ongoing professional development and up to 28 days of holiday per year.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5.
• Previous experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Act as Key Person, fostering partnerships with children and their families.
• Track and report on children’s progress through observations and assessments.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Empathy

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare

Job description

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the country and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture.

Why Work at Busy Bees

• Supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive.
• Unique Bee Curious curriculum designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.
• Partnership with BBC Children in Need, offering community involvement and fundraising opportunities.
• Free parking for staff and convenient links to Chelmsford, Bishop’s Stortford, and Stansted.

Role Overview

As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities that promote children’s development.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Act as Key Person, fostering 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 – recognising that each child is unique.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Previous experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse is ideal.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Hive benefits and wellbeing hub with discounts across a wide range of retailers.
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays).
• Birthday off and enhanced family leave and return to work bonus.
• Menopause support through Peppy and financial support through Salary Finance.
• Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders.
• Cycle to Work scheme and easy access to a workplace pension.
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI).