Nursery Practitioner – Level 2

About Early Years Ltd.; Ely; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 28 days holiday per year

25% childcare discount

Birthday off

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Busy Bees is hiring an Early Years Educator to support the development of children at their Cambridge Ely nursery. The role encompasses planning educational activities, fostering partnerships with families, and tracking children's progress. Ideal candidates have a Level 2 qualification in early years education and experience with children under 5.

Enjoy a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and benefits including up to 28 days holiday and a birthday off. Join a community committed to quality education and support for both children and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5.
• Empathy and understanding as each child is unique.
• Strong communication and organizational 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

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Empathy

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare

Job description

Role Overview

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, we offer fantastic opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

About our Nursery

Join our friendly and supportive team at Busy Bees in Cambridge Ely, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 78 children. We value each individual and strive to provide a safe and warm environment where children and families can thrive and have the very best start in life. Our nursery actively supports local schools with work experience opportunities and participates in community events, such as the Christmas tree competition and police visits, fostering great relationships with nearby primary schools. Conveniently located just off the A10 and a short walk to the town centre, Ely offers excellent travel links, including trains and buses. We provide free lunch for our staff, making this a wonderful opportunity to advance your career in early childhood education within a caring and engaged community.

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 to28 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

• 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.

Required Qualifications

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.

You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as anEarly Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse. Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today—apply now!