Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

25% childcare discount

Financial support through Salary Finance

Job summary

Busy Bees, the UK's leading nursery group, is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster children's development. The role involves planning educational activities, creating an inclusive environment, and tracking children's progress. Ideal candidates will have a Level 2 qualification in early years education and experience with children under 5.

Enjoy benefits such as competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and up to 28 days holiday, along with a supportive workplace culture that values each team member.

Qualifications

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

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

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

Busy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Walthamstow are proud to hold Ofsted rating Good. We offer free on-site parking, free meals whilst on shift and have excellent transport links, including a bus stop only a 5 minute walk from the centre, linking you to the City.

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)

You will also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive – offering a wide array of retail discounts that help your money go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcases the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. A dedicated Grow with Us area shares 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 partnerships with children and their families.
• Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.

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.

Preferred experience includes working as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse.