Nursery Practitioner Level 2 or 3

TN United Kingdom; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Nursery Practitioner at a well-rated nursery in Chippenham. Join a warm and friendly team dedicated to providing children with the best start in life. This role offers personal growth opportunities, competitive salary, and a supportive environment. Enjoy generous benefits including 28 days holiday, childcare discounts, and health & wellbeing support. If you have a Level 2 or 3 Childcare qualification and a passion for early childhood education, this is the perfect chance to make a positive impact in children's lives while having fun!

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

25% Childcare Discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with 3% employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Cycle to work scheme

Compassionate leave

Smart Hive benefits platform

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 or 3 Childcare qualification.
• Previous experience working with children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure every child's needs are met as a keyworker.
• Take ownership of observations and planning for key children.
• Encourage and praise children's development.

Skills

Childcare Qualification Level 2 or 3

Experience with Children

Observation and Assessment Skills

EYFS Knowledge

Education

Level 2 Childcare Qualification

Level 3 Childcare Qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner Level 2 or 3, Chippenham

Client: Busy Bees Nurseries

Location: Chippenham

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: e7b2041a8fac

Job Views: 4

Posted: 29.04.2025

Expiry Date: 13.06.2025

Job Description

Job Summary

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 Chippenham are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of GOOD. The warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming a Level 2 or 3 Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.

About our Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary of £24,000 for level 2 and £24,000 for level 3 per annum, plus you will also be entitled to:

• 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays) - because we all need time to relax and revitalize!
• Your Birthday off ... on us!
• Childcare Discounts - generous discount of 25%.
• Health & Wellbeing Apps - Confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as Peppy and Mental Health support.
• NEST Pension with a 3% employer contribution.
• Enhanced family leave.

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

What to expect as a Nursery Practitioner

• As a keyworker, ensure every 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.
• Most importantly… have FUN!

*To apply for this role, you must hold a Level 2 or 3 Childcare qualification and have previous experience working with children, ideally as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse.*

About the Business

A career at Busy Bees is exciting, dynamic, and always evolving. We offer fantastic opportunities to work and learn alongside leading Nursery Practitioners and Educators, 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 our colleagues work, treat each other, and engage with the communities around us. We promote an inclusive culture and welcome applications from all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities.