Nursery Practitioner Level 2

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As an Early Years Educator, you will play a leading role fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children. Join a company that values high‑quality education and offers ample growth opportunities.

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, operating nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and overseas. We are dedicated to giving every child the best start in life and are proud to have won awards for our workplace culture. Every team member is heard, valued and nurtured.

We offer a supportive environment that empowers you to create engaging, educational spaces where children can thrive. You’ll be introduced to our unique Bee Curious curriculum, designed to foster curiosity and confidence in young learners.

Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we provide opportunities for community involvement and fundraising to support children's lives.

Busy Bees at Midlothian Newbyres is a 154‑place nursery with two settings:
Newbyres Hall welcomes children under 3 and St Paul’s serves children 3‑5 years old. Located in the centre of Gorebridge village, the nursery is convenient for families and staff, with excellent transport links and a free car park.

• Competitive salary
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Our ‘Hive’ benefits and wellbeing hub, with discounts across a wide range of retailers
• Up to 28 days holiday per year (including bank holidays)
• 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
• Access to a workplace pension through Cushon
• Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)

Additional perks include access to the Hive platform, Wellbeing Hub resources, a Celebrating You section and a Grow with Us area.

• 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.

• 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 as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant or Nursery Nurse.

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