Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Nurseries; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in childcare is seeking a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner to join their Outstanding-rated nursery in Chelmsford. The role encompasses supporting children's development, individual needs, and implementing educational plans. Along with a competitive salary, employees enjoy a variety of benefits including holiday entitlement, childcare discounts, and wellness programs.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Childcare Discounts up to 50%

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with 3% employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, or similar.
• Ability to take ownership of observations and planning.
• Capability to encourage children’s development.

Responsibilities

• Support each child's individual needs as a keyworker.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning.
• Encourage and praise children’s development.

Skills

Childcare experience

Support for SEND/ASL

Planning in line with EYFS

Education

Level 2 Childcare qualification

Job description

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Nursery Practitioner Level 2, Chelmsford

Client: Busy Bees Nurseries

Location: Chelmsford

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c59c49fc6188

Job Views: 4

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Summary

Do you want to see personal growth opportunities beyond where you are now and well into your future? Busy Bees has helped thousands of colleagues achieve just that.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Chelmsford Springfield Day Nursery and Preschool are proud to hold Ofsted rating Outstanding. The warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming a new Level 2 Practitioner to help give our children the best start in life.

About our Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary up to £24,000 per annum (£11.66 per hour), plus:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your Birthday off
• Childcare Discounts up to 50%
• Health & Wellbeing Apps and Employee Assistance Program
• NEST Pension with 3% employer contribution
• Enhanced family leave

Additional benefits include well-being programs, Cycle to Work scheme, compassionate leave, and access to our benefits platform, Smart Hive.

What to expect as Nursery Practitioner

• Support each child's needs, including SEND/ASL needs, as a keyworker.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning in line with EYFS.
• Encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
• Have fun!

*Requirements: Level 2 Childcare qualification and previous experience working with children, such as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse.*

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees offers exciting opportunities to learn and grow with sector-leading training and support, reflecting our 40 years of success.

About the Culture

Our purpose and values guide us. We promote an inclusive environment welcoming applications from all backgrounds, genders, and abilities.