Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Childcare; Letchworth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator in Letchworth to foster the development of young children. You'll create a stimulating learning environment and engage with families. The ideal candidate has a Level 2 qualification in early years education and experience with children under 5. This role offers a competitive salary, ongoing professional development, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Up to 28 days holiday per year

25% childcare discount

Ongoing professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5 required.
• Ability to create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Experience as an Early Years Educator or similar role preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities.
• Foster partnerships with children and their families as a Key Person.
• Track and report on children’s progress.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Empathy and understanding

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare

Job description

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 dedicated team at Busy Bees in Letchworth, an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with a capacity of 148 children. Our longstanding staff are passionate about their roles and committed to providing quality care and education. Conveniently located just a five-minute walk from Letchworth town centre, bus stops, and the train station, our nursery is easily accessible for staff and families. We offer free parking and the option for a four‑day working week, providing flexibility to support a healthy work‑life balance. This is an excellent opportunity to further your career in early childhood education within a supportive and enthusiastic environment.

Busy Bees Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• '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 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 a huge range 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. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area shares the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

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 partnerships with children and their families.
• Track and report on children’s progress through observations and assessments.

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.
• Previous experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today – apply now!