Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Nurseries Ltd.; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 28 days holiday including bank H

25% childcare discount

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Busy Bees Chesterfield Barlborough is an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 83 children. Our purpose-built centre spans two floors and features four childcare rooms, including a free-flow preschool area that supports imaginative and quiet spaces, a craft and ICT suite, and a landscaped adventure garden.

Full parking is available for our team. We offer ongoing professional development, a Bee Curious curriculum to foster curiosity, and a range of benefits to support your wellbeing

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Communication

Organization

Early years experience

Education

Level 2 EY qualification

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.

Required Qualifications

• 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

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, youll 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

Join the exceptional team at Busy Bees Chesterfield Barlborough, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 83 children. Our purpose-built center spans two floors and features four thoughtfully designed childcare rooms. The pre-school room encourages a free-flow learning system, allowing children to explore imaginative and quiet areas, a craft and creative section, and an ICT suite that connects to a library. This seamless transition leads to our landscaped adventure garden, where outdoor exploration continues. Our baby rooms also include secure, safe outdoor balcony areas to foster a love for nature from an early age. We pride ourselves on our strong relationships with local schools, ensuring smooth transitions for children as they prepare for the next stages of their education. Additionally, our nursery library offers a wealth of resources for children to enjoy, and we are proud to be recognized as a Busy Bees Centre of Excellence. With free parking available for our team, you can enjoy the convenience of working in a supportive and enriching environment focused on providing high-quality childcare. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community at Busy Bees Chesterfield Barlborough!

Competitive salary

• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a huge range of retailers
• Up to28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off its 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, theres 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: 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.