Part Time Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Busy Bees In Portishead; Preston; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Busy Bees, the leading nursery group in the UK, as an Early Years Educator. You'll foster children's development in a supportive environment, implementing our Bee Curious curriculum while enjoying competitive benefits and professional growth opportunities. Start your rewarding career today!

Benefits

Competitive salary

Ongoing professional development

Up to 28 days holiday per year

Your birthday off

25% childcare discount

Enhanced family leave

Menopause support

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Discounted Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience working with children under 5.
• Strong communication and organisational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and delivering educational activities.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment.
• Track and report on children's progress.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Organizational 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
At Busy Bees nursery in Warton, rated "Good" by Ofsted, we create a 'home-from-home' atmosphere where your child can truly thrive. Each age group has its own dedicated space, thoughtfully equipped with toys and resources that inspire little ones to become curious explorers. Our large outdoor area encourages children to enjoy the fresh air and engage in fun activities, ensuring there’s always plenty to keep them involved and active.Conveniently located in the heart of Warton, North Lancashire, on Rake Lane, our nursery is just a 20-minute drive from Preston and a 30-minute drive from Blackpool. We’re also close to BAE Systems, making us easily accessible for families in the area. If you’re planning to visit via public transport, local bus services cover the village well, with the nearest stop located at the Post Office on Lytham Road, served by routes 68, 76, 78, 698, 602, 639, 853, and 959. Free parking is available for added convenience.Additionally, our nursery is home to some special friends—our pets, including chickens and giant African land snails! These friendly animals provide unique opportunities for children to learn about nature, responsibility, and empathy.

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 to28 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.

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.

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 anEarly Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

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