Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Busy Bees Nurseries; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable early years education provider in Gloucester is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the development of children under 5. The role includes planning educational activities and creating a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification in early years education and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive salary and various employee benefits, including childcare discounts and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

25% childcare discount

Menopause support

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5.
• Ability to foster partnerships with children and their families.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Empathy

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare

Job description

Overview

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.

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.

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.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our Hive benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a 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
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
• Access to Benefits and Wellbeing platform with discounts and wellbeing resources

About our nursery

Busy Bees Quedgeley, rated Good by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery located in the Quedgeley area of Gloucester, with a capacity of 105 children. We provide a nurturing environment designed to support children's growth and development. We offer free parking for staff and exclusive Busy Bees benefits to support our dedicated team.