Nursery Practitioner Level 2 or 3

Busy Bees Nurseries; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in London is seeking a Level 2 or 3 Nursery Practitioner. You will support children's development, handle observations, and provide a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate has a Level 3 Childcare qualification and previous experience with children. This role offers a salary of up to £27,000 per annum, benefits including paid birthday off, and is open to full-time or part-time applications.

Benefits

28 days holiday per year

Birthday off

Childcare Discounts

Health & Wellbeing Apps

NEST Pension with employer contribution

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Must have previous experience working with children.
• Demonstrated understanding of EYFS framework.
• Ability to create developmentally challenging next steps.

Responsibilities

• Ensure every child’s needs are met as a keyworker.
• Conduct observations and planning for key children.
• Encourage and praise children’s development.

Skills

Childcare experience

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Communication skills

Ability to support SEND/ASL needs

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

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Nursery Practitioner Level 2 or 3, London

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Busy Bees Nurseries

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London, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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

We offer free on-site parking, free meals whilst on shift, and have excellent transport links, including a bus stop only a 5-minute walk from the centre, linking to the City.

We are open to considering individuals seeking both full-time and part-time employment.

About our Benefits

As a Nursery Practitioner, we offer a salary of up to £27,000 per annum (£13 per hour) 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 up to 50%.
• 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 amazing benefits platform which you can explore and find discounts for some of your favourite places!

What to expect as a Nursery Nurse/Educator

• As a keyworker, you will ensure every individual child’s needs are met, including supporting parents with any SEND/ASL needs.
• Take ownership of the observation, assessments, and planning for your key children in line with EYFS and provide developmentally challenging next steps.
• Ensure we encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.
• And most of all…have FUN!

*To apply for this role, you must hold a Level 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 a fantastic opportunity to work and learn on the job with leading Practitioners and Educators in the industry, along with best-in-sector training and support in child development. Here are just a few reasons why a career at Busy Bees is just that little bit more extraordinary, which is reflected in our 40 years of success.

About the Culture

At Busy Bees, our purpose and values are at the heart of what we do. They reflect how our colleagues work, treat each other, and interact with the communities around us. As part of our inclusive culture, we encourage applications across all cultural backgrounds, genders, and abilities.