Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Childcare; Loudwater; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Loudwater, UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster children's development and create an inclusive learning environment. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 2 qualification in early years education and have experience with children under 5. Join us for competitive salaries, professional development, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

28 days holiday including bank holidays

25% childcare discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5.
• Ability to create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Skills in tracking and reporting children's progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities.
• Take on the role of Key Person, building partnerships with families.
• 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

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. We are 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.

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). We also provide access to Hive, our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, featuring a Wellbeing Hub and resources to support your health and finances.

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

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.
• You may have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.