Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Nurseries; Wantage; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Busy Bees Nurseries is looking for a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner to join a dedicated team in a nurturing environment. The role involves supporting children's development through observations and assessments while enjoying flexible benefits, a competitive salary, and opportunities for personal growth. Join a company with a 40-year commitment to excellence in childcare and make a difference in children's lives.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Travel expenses paid for the first year

Free lunch and snacks

Birthday off

25% childcare discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• As a keyworker, ensure children's needs are met, including supporting parents.
• Take ownership of observations and planning in line with EYFS.
• Encourage children's development and achievements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure each child's needs are met.
• Plan and provide developmentally challenging next steps.
• Encourage and praise children's development.

Skills

Child Development

Observation Skills

Communication

Education

Level 2 Qualification in Childcare

Job description

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Do you want to see personal growth opportunities beyond where you are now and well into your future? Busy Bees have assisted thousands of colleagues in achieving just that.

About our Nursery

Busy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Oxford Ardington are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of GOOD. The warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming a new Level 2 Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.

Our nursery is located in a beautiful woodland setting with a large outdoor space, and ample parking is available.

About our Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary starting from £24,000 per annum, plus you will also be entitled to:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - because everyone needs time to relax and revitalize!
• Travel expenses paid for the first year (T&C apply)
• Free lunch and snacks
• Your Birthday off ... on us!
• Childcare Discounts - a generous 25% discount.
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Program, Peppy, and Mental Health support.
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution.
• Enhanced family leave.

And much more, including well-being benefits, Cycle to Work scheme – get to work, get fit, go green, and save money! Compassionate leave and support, Smart Hive – our benefits platform where you can explore discounts for your favorite places!

What to expect as a Nursery Nurse/Educator

• As a keyworker, you will ensure each child's needs are met, including supporting parents with SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of observations, assessments, and planning for your key children in line with EYFS, providing developmentally challenging next steps.
• Encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
• And most of all…have FUN!

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and always evolving. We offer a fantastic opportunity to work and learn on the job with leading Practitioners and Educators, along with top-sector training and support in child development. Our 40 years of success reflect our commitment to excellence.

About the Culture

At Busy Bees, our purpose and values are central to everything we do. They guide how colleagues work, treat each other, and engage with our communities. We promote an inclusive culture, welcoming applications from all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities.