Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Childcare; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Macclesfield is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children. You will create engaging educational activities in a safe environment. Ideal candidates have a Level 2 qualification in early years education and experience with children under 5. This role offers competitive salary and benefits including professional development and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

28 days holiday per year

Childcare discount

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

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

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

Organisational skills

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

Busy Bees Macclesfield has a capacity of 98 children and is known for its wonderfully caring staff dedicated to providing excellent childcare. The nursery offers a wide range of exciting and stimulating resources to engage children in their learning and development. Situated on the idyllic outer edge of South Park, Busy Bees Macclesfield is conveniently accessible from the town centre, making it an ideal location for families. Free parking is available for staff.

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)
• Access to our Benefits and Wellbeing platform, Hive - offering huge array of retail discounts helping your money to go further.
• Wellbeing Hub featuring resources to support physical and mental health.
• A Celebrating You section showcasing ways we recognise and reward our valued team members.
• Dedicated Grow with Us area sharing 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 working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse.

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