Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Role Overview: Join Our Brand-New Nursery in Hailsham

Are you ready to be part of something special? Busy Bees is opening a state-of-the-art nursery in Hailsham this summer, and we're looking for passionate Level 2 Nursery Practitioners to join our team!

This modern, high-quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities-all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life. With space for up to 110 children, it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine.

Why You'll Love Working With Us As A Nursery Practitioner

Competitive pay - £12.88 per hour

Career growth - Ongoing professional development & progression

Birthday off - Because you deserve to celebrate YOU!

50% childcare discount - Supporting your family while you support others

Up to 28 days holiday - Plus bank holidays!

Menopause & family support - Helping you through life's big moments

Health & wellbeing resources - Access to Hive, our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform

Cycle to Work scheme - Because a healthy commute is a happy commute

Pension & financial perks - Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance

Opportunities to travel - Learn from childcare professionals around the world

Role Responsibilities:

Your Impact As A Nursery Practitioner

Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment - Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth.

Lead Engaging Educational Activities - Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development, all aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.

Be a Key Person in a Child's Journey - Take an active role in overseeing children's development, addressing care needs, and building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home.

Required Qualifications:

What You'll Bring to the Hive As A Nursery Practitioner

Level 2 (or above) qualification in Early Years Education

Proven experience working with children under 5 and a genuine passion for early childhood education

Strong communication skills-able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues

Excellent organisational abilities-keeping learning environments structured yet exciting

Deep understanding of child development-applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive

If you have experience working with children-whether as an Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nurse-and you're ready to shape young minds with passion and purpose, we'd love to welcome you to our hive!

This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!