Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Welcome to CherryLands Nursery!

Full-Time Position: 42.5 hours per week

Schedule: Monday - Friday, All Year Round

Salary: £34,807.50 per annum

Exciting Offer: £1,000 Joining Bonus!

Located on the beautiful outskirts of Byfleet, CherryLands Nursery is a nurturing haven where children flourish through active learning and purposeful play. With easy access via public transport and an onsite car park, our spacious garden is equipped with thrilling climbing frames that inspire outdoor exploration. We pride ourselves on creating a home-from-home atmosphere, blending professionalism with genuine care, ensuring every child feels secure, valued, and ready to grow.

At CherryLands, we truly value our team members and offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

• £1,000 Joining Bonus
• £400 Qualification Recognition Bonus
• Referral Programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750!
• Employee Childcare Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children!
• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays!
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline.
• Development Opportunities: Tailored learning and growth support for your career.
• Excellent Transport Links

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Meet each child’s individual needs, delivering high-quality care and education in a safe, nurturing environment.
• Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities that cater to each child’s unique learning journey.
• Collaborate with a dynamic team, showcasing flexibility and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, ensuring they are regularly reviewed and applied.
• Follow risk assessments diligently and report any health and safety concerns to management.
• Support the holistic development of children, focusing on their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.

*Please note that the duties outlined in this description are not exhaustive and may evolve as needed.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• Full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification - essential.
• Fluency in written and spoken English - essential.
• Over 1 year’s experience in Early Years - desirable.
• Knowledge of the Statutory Framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements - desirable.

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all positions, subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duty.

CherryLands Nursery is proud to be part of the Family First Group, where we treat everyone with respect and equality. We are committed to providing equal opportunities and anti-discriminatory practices for all children and families, regardless of their individual needs.