Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Nurseries; Chester; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development and事业

Job summary

Busy Bees Chester Hopscotch is seeking an Early Years Educator to support the development of children, delivering engaging activities within a safe, inclusive environment. Take on the Key Person role and build strong partnerships with families.

Join the UK's leading nursery group and access Busy Bees Benefits, 28 days holiday, professional development, discounts, and wellbeing resources that support you to grow and thrive in a nurturing workplace.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare.
• Experience working with children under 5.
• Ability to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to take on Key Person role and build partnerships with families.

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 partnerships with children and their families.
• Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare

Job description

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.,

• 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. 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.

Join Our Team at Busy Bees - Leading Nursery Group in the UK, 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.

Busy Bees Chester Hopscotch is an Ofsted-rated \"Outstanding\" nursery with a capacity of 76 children, providing a warm and welcoming environment where your child can learn, make friends, and have fun. The nursery features multiple childcare rooms decorated in soft, soothing colors and equipped with excellent resources. With a secure garden space at the back, children can enjoy outdoor play, including an obstacle course that allows them to take risks and challenge themselves in a safe, supervised setting. Conveniently located about a mile and a half from Chester city center and the Blacon council estate, the nursery is easily accessible by car via the A540 on Parkgate Road, and by bus, with a stop just a five-minute walk away served by route 22. Free parking is available for staff.

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.

Role Responsibilities