Part Time Nursery Practitioner Level 2

Inspire Young Minds and Shape Bright Futures

At Busy Bees Norwich Airport, we're looking for a passionate Early Years Educator to join our welcoming and experienced team.

This is an opportunity to build a rewarding career while making a genuine difference to children's lives. Every day, you'll help create engaging learning experiences that support children's development, confidence, and wellbeing during the most important years of their lives.

Whether you are an experienced practitioner or looking for your next opportunity within Early Years, you'll be joining a nursery that values teamwork, development, and high-quality care.

About Busy Bees

Busy Bees is the UK's leading nursery group, with almost 400 nurseries nationwide and many more internationally. We are committed to giving every child the best start in life while creating an environment where our colleagues feel valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Through our unique Bee Curious curriculum, we encourage children to explore, discover, and develop a lifelong love of learning, helping them build the skills and confidence they need for the future.

The Role

As an Early Years Educator, you will:

• Support children’s learning, development, and wellbeing through engaging play and educational experiences.
• Create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment where every child can thrive.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Observe, assess, and celebrate children's progress and achievements.
• Promote positive outcomes for children by delivering high-quality care and education every day.
• Contribute to a warm and welcoming nursery environment where children feel secure, valued, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

About Busy Bees Norwich Airport

Busy Bees Norwich Airport is an Ofsted-rated Good nursery with capacity for 112 children. Our diverse and experienced team brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, creating a supportive environment for both children and colleagues.

We are proud of the strong relationships we have developed with local schools, families, and external agencies, allowing us to provide the best possible support for our children and community.

Conveniently located near Norwich Airport, the Park & Ride, local bus routes, and with easy access from the NDR and A140, the nursery is easily accessible for those travelling from Norwich and the surrounding areas.

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 to 28 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.

• 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.