Busy Bees Nurseries
Nursery Practitioner Level 2
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Early Years Educator – Busy Bees Nursery, Bicester Kingsmere
Join Our Team at Busy Bees – Leading Nursery Group in the UK
As an Early Years Educator, you’ll play a leading role in fostering the intellectual, social, and emotional development of children at Busy Bees. Join a company dedicated to high-quality education and offering unlimited growth opportunities.
About Us
Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, proudly operating nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and expanding internationally. We are committed to giving every child the best start in life, earning recognition for our exceptional workplace culture. At Busy Bees, we prioritise a supportive environment where every team member feels heard, valued, and nurtured.
Why Work at Busy Bees?
We create an inspiring, supportive environment where you can unlock your potential and empower children to thrive. As part of our team, you’ll engage with 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 opportunities for community involvement and fundraising initiatives to enrich children’s lives.
About the Nursery
Busy Bees Bicester Kingsmere, rated "Good" by Ofsted, is a purpose-built nursery since 2018, accommodating up to 110 children. Our dedicated team ensures parental involvement in their children’s development.
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Unique amenities:
- Local artist collaborations for holidays-inspired activities (e.g., Christmas-themed art projects).
- Convenient location near two bus stops.
- Free staff parking for ease of access.
Busy Bees Benefits
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Competitive salary
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Professional development and career progression
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[Hive] benefit platform with discounts on:
- Retailers across clothing, groceries, leisure, and more
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Ongoing wellness support:
- Up to 28 days holiday (including bank holidays)
- Birthday off as our gift to you!
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Financial perks:
- 25% childcare voucher discount
- Salary Finance for setup costs (furniture/flooring, energy bills, IT)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Menopause support via Peppy
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Family leave benefits:
- Enhanced parental leave policies
- Return-to-work bonus
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Health & lifestyle:
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Effortless pension contributions via Cushon
- Discounted Private Medical Insurance (PMI)
Beyond the Basics – Your Hive Experience
- Huge retail discounts via [Hive well-being hub] – refer to it for convenience.
- Wellbeing Hub featuring tailored support for your physical and mental health.
- Celebrating You – a platform to appreciate team achievements and milestones.
- Grow with Us – dedicated career development resources.
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Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning and delivering educational activities to support children’s learning and progression.
- Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive learning environment, tailored to diverse needs.
- Act as a Key Person, building strong relationships with children and their families.
- Track and report on children’s development through observations and progress assessments.
What We’re Looking For
- Qualification requirement:
- Level 2 qualification in early years education/childcare or equivalent.
- Relevant experience:
- Hands-on experience working with children under 5.
- Personal attributes:
- Empathy and flexibility – an understanding of children’s individual needs.
- Strong communication and organisational skills.
- Prior roles such as Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse are highly regarded.
Start your rewarding career in early childhood education today – apply today to join us at Busy Bees!
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