Nursery Practitioner
Dicky Birds Nursery and Preschool – Claremont Road, Surbiton Part of Grandir UK Hours: 1:00pm – 6:00pm, Monday to Friday 25 hours per week Hourly rate: £13.53 – £14.62
, depending on experience and qualifications. Join a supportive, child-focused nursery offering fantastic benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression. Our Dicky Birds Nursery on Claremont Road is looking for a passionate and qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly team on a part-time basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for consistent afternoon hours while making a real difference to children's learning and development. Why You'll Love Working at Dicky Birds Claremont Road
You'll be joining a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow. Our nursery offers: A lovely free-flow garden where children can enjoy daily outdoor play.
Regular outings to local parks, shops and the wider community.
PE sessions and Boogie Mites music activities.
Opportunities for children to explore, discover and develop through play.
A child-centred approach that encourages curiosity and learning.
What Will You Be Doing?
Providing high-quality care and education for children.
Supporting children's learning and development through play and planned activities.
Helping to create a safe, happy and stimulating environment.
Planning and supporting engaging activities in line with the EYFS.
Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
Supporting children's personal care, meals and daily routines.
Working as part of a supportive team to deliver the best possible care.
Following safeguarding, health and safety procedures.
What We're Looking For
A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification.
A genuine passion for working with young children.
Good knowledge of the EYFS and child development.
Good communication and teamwork skills.
A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach.
Our Benefits
Core Benefits 35 days annual leave, including bank holidays (with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown).
Christmas and New Year shutdown.
Flexible working options available.
Big childcare discount.
£500 Refer a Friend bonus.
Company pension scheme with employer contributions.
Statutory Sick Pay from day one.
Life assurance for employees aged 18–65.
Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues.
Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks.
Paternity leave paid at 100% for 4 weeks.
Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid.
Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid.
Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid.
Wellbeing Day – an extra day off just for you.
The Grand Event – up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years' service.
Even More Benefits Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S and major supermarkets.
24-hour remote GP appointments.
Dayforce Wallet – access a portion of your earned pay before your normal payday.
Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies.
Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams.
Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities.
Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation.
Ready to Join Our Team?
Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by our approved third-party provider. We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team. Apply today. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early. INDRF
Nursery Practitioner -1pm-6pm in Surbiton employer: Grandir UK
At Grandir UK, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a nurturing work culture that prioritises the growth and development of our Nursery Practitioners. Located in the vibrant community of Leicester, our nursery provides flexible hours and a supportive environment where you can inspire young minds while advancing your career. Join us to make a meaningful impact in children's lives and enjoy the unique advantages of working within a dedicated team focused on professional development.
