Nursery Practitioner - Level 3 - CherryBrook Nursery

Position: Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Hours: 42.5 hours per week

Salary: £30,387.50

At Cherrybrook Nursery , we create a warm, home-like environment where every child's journey begins with curiosity and confidence. Our nursery, rated Good by Ofsted, is nestled in the heart of Addlestone and features:

• 5 spacious, light-filled rooms
• A large garden area that promotes outdoor learning, exploration, and play

With excellent commuter links and a large onsite car park, we offer convenience for families while providing a nurturing space for children to thrive. Our dedicated team is committed to helping each child discover their individuality, build independence, and reach their full potential in a safe and inspiring environment.

We are looking for a passionate Nursery Practitioner to join our team! This full-time role requires working 42.5 hours per week, with shifts between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm. Please note, this is a year-round position, as our nursery operates throughout the year.

At Family First , we value our team members and offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• £400 qualification bonus
• Referral programme: Refer a friend and earn up to £750
• Employee Childcare Discounts: 75% off nursery fees for our team members
• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• Health and Wellbeing Programme: Confidential employee assistance helpline available
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth
• Excellent Transport Links

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Ensure each child’s individual needs are met, delivering high-quality care and education in a safe environment.
• Observe, assess, and plan engaging early years activities that support each child’s learning and development.
• Collaborate with the team, demonstrating a flexible attitude and a willingness to develop new skills.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures, ensuring they are regularly reviewed and applied.
• Follow risk assessments diligently and report health and safety matters to management.
• Support the holistic development of children, including their physical, intellectual, social, and emotional growth.

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 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, and this position will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Cherrybrook Nursery is 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 background.