Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Nurseries; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Holiday entitlement

Wellbeing resources

Cycle to work

Pension

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Busy Bees Cricklewood is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join our modern, brand-new setting. You’ll create a safe, stimulating environment, plan activities, and support young children across the EYFS.

With the Bee Curious curriculum, you’ll collaborate with colleagues, engage families, and contribute to a nurturing, career-advancing team dedicated to the earliest years.

Qualifications

• Level 2 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education.
• Experience with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education.
• Strong communication skills—able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Excellent organisational abilities—keeping learning environments structured yet exciting.
• Deep understanding of child development—applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, stimulating environment with planned activities.
• Lead engaging educational activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Be a Key Person in a child’s journey, monitoring development and building strong family connections.

Skills

Level 2 Early Years

Experience with under-5s

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Child development knowledge

Education

Level 2 Early Years Education

Job description

Come grow with Busy Bees!

Why You’ll Love Working With Us As a Nursery Practitioner

• Competitive pay – £13.77 per hour!
• Career growth – Ongoing professional development & progression
• Birthday off – Because you deserve to celebrate YOU!
• 50% childcare discount – Supporting your family while you support others
• Up to 28 days holiday – Plus bank holidays!
• Menopause & family support – Helping you through life’s big moments
• Health & wellbeing resources – Access to Hive, our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform
• Cycle to Work scheme – Because a healthy commute is a happy commute
• Pension & financial perks – Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance
• Opportunities to travel – Learn from childcare professionals around the world
• Join a team that celebrates YOU – with rewards, recognition, and exciting development opportunities
• Be part of a forward-thinking nursery where your ideas matter
• Work in a beautiful, modern brand new setting designed to inspire both children and educators
• Gain international experience through travel opportunities

Our Cricklewood centre is a modern, high-quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities—all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life. With space for up to 110 children, it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine.

Excellent Transport Connections

Just a 7-minute walk from Cricklewood Thameslink Station, with direct trains to Central London, Luton, and St Albans—ideal for commuters.

Well-Served by Local Bus Routes

Multiple bus stops within a 3–7 minute walk, including Cricklewood Broadway and Sheldon Road, with access to routes: 16, 189, 226, 245, 260, 460, C11, plus night services N32 and N266.

Easy Access from Nearby Areas

• Kilburn – Just 2 minutes by train or 6 minutes by direct bus (C11)
• Willesden – 6-minute direct bus ride via routes like 260 and 266
• Golders Green – 10-minute journey via direct buses 245 and 460

Your Impact as a Nursery Practitioner

• Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment – Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth.
• Lead Engaging Educational Activities – Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, all aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Be a Key Person in a Child’s Journey – Take an active role in overseeing children’s development, addressing care needs, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home.

This is more than a job—it’s a chance to make a lasting difference, while being part of a team that values creativity, care, and professional growth.

What You’ll Bring to the Hive as a Nursery Practitioner

• Level 2 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education
• Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education
• Strong communication skills—able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues
• Excellent organisational abilities—keeping learning environments structured yet exciting
• Deep understanding of child development—applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive
• If you have experience working with children—whether as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse—and you’re ready to shape young minds with passion and purpose, we’d love to welcome you to our hive!

About Us

Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and even more overseas! We’re all about giving every child the best start in life and ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way!

As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners!

Our Charitable Commitment

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we fundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK.

This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing.