Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees Childcare; Wirral; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent nursery group in the UK is seeking an Early Years Educator to foster children's development. You will plan and deliver educational activities, create a supportive learning environment, and maintain strong relationships with children and families. Ideal candidates have a Level 2 qualification in early years education and experience with children under 5. This role offers competitive salary, career progression, and excellent benefits including up to 28 days holiday and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

28 days holiday per year

Cycle to Work scheme

Childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5 is required.
• Must have a strong understanding of child development.
• Previous experience as Early Years Educator or similar roles is preferable.

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 skills

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 Thurstaston is an Ofsted‑rated "Good" nursery with a capacity of 86 children, providing a warm and welcoming environment designed to help children thrive. This purpose‑built nursery features multiple rooms for toddlers and preschoolers, offering bright and airy spaces for play and learning.

In addition to ample indoor space and resources, the nursery boasts a fantastic outdoor area, as well as its own off‑site Forest School, offering children invaluable outdoor learning experiences. Located in the heart of the village on Thurstaston Road, the nursery is a 10‑minute walk from Thurstaston Common and a 5‑minute walk from Dawpool C of E Aided Primary School.

For those using public transport, School Lane bus stops, serving routes 671, 672, and 673, are conveniently located right outside the nursery. Free parking is available for staff.

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 and a Wellbeing Hub with resources to support your physical and mental health
• Celebrating You section showcasing the 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!