Nursery Practitioner Level 2

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

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Chelmsford is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 qualification in early years education and experience with children under 5. This role offers competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and a supportive environment, along with ample opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Your birthday off

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5 is essential.
• Previous experience as an Early Years Educator or similar role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Track and report on children's progress.

Skills

Empathy and understanding

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

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, offers fantastic 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 excellent progression potential, including apprenticeship opportunities, to help you advance your career. Our staff room is equipped with tea and coffee facilities, along with a kettle and microwave for your convenience. Enjoy regular outings to local parks, including Central Park and the duck pond, enhancing children's learning experiences. Located just a five-minute walk from Chelmsford Town, the train station, and the bus station, our nursery is also next to local shops and Virgin Gym. We provide free parking for our staff and offer a flexible four‑day working week with 40 hours, making this a fantastic opportunity to thrive in early childhood education within a supportive and vibrant community.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• ‘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)
• Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive, offering huge array of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health
• Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members
• Dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow 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
• 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
• 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 – apply now!