Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees; Sandy; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Sandy is seeking an Early Years Educator Level 2. You will assist in planning educational activities and creating an inclusive environment for children under 5. Required qualifications include a Level 2 qualification in early years education and strong communication skills. This role offers competitive salary, professional development, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

28 days holiday

Childcare discount

Flexible working hours

Professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5.
• Capable of creating a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Ability to track and report on children's progress.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities.
• Foster partnerships with children and families.
• Create inclusive learning environments.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Empathy

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare

Job description

Overview

Role Overview: Join Busy Bees - The UK's Leading Nursery Group

Early Years Educator Level 2 - Busy Bees Nursery, Sandy

Looking to build your career in early childhood education? At Busy Bees, the UK's largest and most trusted nursery group, you'll help give every child the best start in life while growing in a role you'll love.

Why Work at Busy Bees?

With nearly 400 nurseries across the UK, we're leaders in early years education and childcare. We offer award-winning training, clear career progression, and a supportive environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and empowered.

About Busy Bees Sandy

Join our Ofsted-rated Good nursery in Sandy, located on the Sandy Secondary School site. With space for 70 children, it's a warm, welcoming space that puts learning first. Enjoy free staff parking, flexible working hours, and options like four-day weeks and job shares.

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