At a Glance
- Tasks: Help children learn and grow through fun, engaging activities in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Cherrywood Nursery, part of the Family First Group, values inclusivity and support.
- Benefits: Enjoy a £1,000 welcome bonus, 75% childcare discount, and 33 days paid holiday.
- Other info: Flexible working options and excellent career growth opportunities await you!
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your career in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Level 3 childcare qualification and a passion for early years education.
The predicted salary is between 32045 - 32045 £ per year.
Salary: £32,045 per annum
Hours: Full-time (42.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday) with flexible options available
Location: Cherrywood Nursery, Pirbright, Surrey (local bus stop within walking distance + free onsite parking)
Be Valued. Be Supported. Be You.
At Cherrywood Nursery, we're looking for a caring, enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our supportive, friendly team. You'll enjoy flexibility, recognition and genuine opportunities to grow, all in a nurturing environment where both children and colleagues thrive.
Your Benefits:
- £1,000 Welcome Bonus (T&Cs apply)
- Flexible Working Options: 4 or 5 days, part-time or bank hours to suit your lifestyle
- 33 Days Paid Holiday: 24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off
- 75% Childcare Discount for your own children
- Career Growth: Tailored training, development and promotion opportunities
- Health & Wellbeing Support: Confidential helpline and wellbeing resources
- Supportive Culture: Warm, inclusive team with staff socials and appreciation treats
- Company Pension and free on-site parking
- DBS Paid For: We cover the cost of your enhanced DBS check
- Uniform Provided: So you're ready from day one
The Role:
As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you'll help children learn, play, and grow in a safe, engaging environment. You will:
- Plan fun, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS
- Build trusted relationships with children and families
- Work collaboratively to maintain a happy, supportive atmosphere
About You:
You're compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a difference every day.
Essential:
- Level 3 childcare qualification
- Confident written and spoken English
Desirable:
- Experience in an Early Years setting
- Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding best practices
Why Join Us?
Our bright, large rooms offer space for movement as well as calmer moments, with each room opening into its own outdoor area so children can move between indoor and outdoor play in a natural way. As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you'll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles.
Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.
Cherrywood Nursery is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group.
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Contact Details:
Family First Nursery Group Recruitment Team
