Qualified Nursery Practitioner in Surrey

Surrey Full-Time No working from home possible

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At a Glance

Tasks: Support children's learning and development through fun, engaging activities.
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 a supportive team culture await you!
Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in a nurturing environment.
Qualifications: Level 3 childcare qualification and a passion for early years education.

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)

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. Apply today and take the next step in your Early Years career where you’ll be supported, appreciated and inspired every day.

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.