Nursery Practitioner - Level 2

Busy Bees; Lutterworth; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Career progression

Childcare discounts

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Busy Bees Leicester Bitteswell in Lutterworth is seeking an Early Years Educator to support children's intellectual, social and emotional development and to contribute to the Bee Curious curriculum.

You will work as part of a nurturing team, plan and deliver activities, act as Key Person, and build strong partnerships with families. Level 2 qualification in early years is required; experience with under-5s is preferred.

Qualifications

• Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare is required.
• Experience working with children under 5 is preferred.
• Empathy and understanding - each child is unique.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

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

Strong communication

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 Leicester Bitteswell, rated \"Good\" by Ofsted, is a vibrant nursery located in Lutterworth, approximately a 30-minute drive from central Leicester. Catering to children from babies to pre-schoolers, the nursery is filled with exciting activities and resources designed to foster development and engagement. Conveniently situated near the borders of Warwickshire and Northamptonshire, Busy Bees Bitteswell is accessible from various areas and offers free parking. Additionally, the nursery features a quiet and relaxing yoga room specifically for the Foundation Class, providing a calming environment for children to enjoy.

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)

But wait, there's more! You'll also enjoy access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array huge of retail discounts helping your money to go further, along with a Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support your physical and mental health. A Celebrating You section showcasing the ways we recognise and reward our valued team members. Plus, a dedicated Grow with Us area sharing the exciting development opportunities and training designed to support you to thrive and grow at Busy Bees.

Role Responsibilities

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 b partnerships with children and their families.


• Track and report on children's progress through observations and assessments.

Required Qualifications

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.