Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Busy Bees Nurseries; Little London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK nursery group is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster children's development in Little London, UK. The role involves planning and delivering educational activities while creating a safe and inclusive environment. Candidates should have a Level 2 qualification in early years education and experience with children under 5. Benefits include competitive salary, professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a range of employee wellbeing supports.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

25% childcare discount

Flexible working arrangements

Free onsite parking

Free breakfast and lunch daily

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5.
• Preferred experience as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities.
• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Foster partnerships with children and families.
• Track children's progress through observations.

Skills

Empathy

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare

Job description

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 Busy Bees

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 pride ourselves on a supportive, inclusive workplace culture.

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.
• Preferred experience 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 huge range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• Your birthday off
• 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)
• Free onsite parking
• Free breakfast and lunch daily
• Flexible working arrangements (full time, part time, or 4‑day week)