Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Nurseries; Norwich; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Hive benefits discounts

Holiday entitlement

Birthday off

Childcare discount

Family leave

Menopause support

Salary Finance

EAP & Mental Health

Cycle to Work

Pension access

Private Medical Insurance discount

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries in Norwich Thorpe is seeking an Early Years Educator to help foster intellectual, social, and emotional development in children within an Outstanding setting. You will contribute to the Bee Curious curriculum and participate in community activities with BBC Children in Need.

Join a team that values growth, supports professional development, and offers flexible shifts, free lunch, and ample opportunities to advance your career in a busy and supportive nursery environment.

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.

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

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Empathy

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 outstanding team at Busy Bees in Norwich Thorpe, an Ofsted-rated Outstanding nursery with a capacity of 72 children. Our longstanding staff provides exceptional care, and every room has direct access to large gardens, promoting outdoor play and exploration. We enhance our curriculum with engaging visits from emergency services and a dentist, providing valuable learning experiences for the children. Conveniently located in a business park, we are just a five-minute walk from a local bus route that connects directly to Norwich. Staff enjoy free lunch and parking, along with flexible shift options, making this a wonderful opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

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.

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.

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.