Nursery Practitioner

Position: Nursery Practitioner Level 3

Hours: 42.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, All year round

Salary: £34,807.50 per annum

Welcome to Cherrylands Nursery , a charming haven nestled in the beautiful grounds of Weybridge! Here, we believe in nurturing young minds and creating a vibrant environment where children aged 3 months to 5 years can flourish. Our dedicated team is passionate about making every child's experience memorable and enriching.

Conveniently located near Brooklands Business Park, our nursery is easily accessible via excellent public transport links and offers ample parking. Surrounded by stunning rural landscapes, we provide children with opportunities to connect with nature and engage in a variety of outdoor activities.

At Cherrylands Nursery, we value our team members and offer a fantastic benefits package, including:

• Annual Leave: Starting at 24 days, plus a paid day off for your birthday and bank holidays
• Discounts: Enjoy 75% off nursery fees for your children
• Wellbeing: Access to a confidential employee assistance helpline
• Development: Tailored learning and development opportunities to support your career growth

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will:

• Provide stimulating and purposeful experiences tailored to children's age and development.
• Ensure compliance with the statutory framework for the EYFS.
• Maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene in the nursery.
• Support the smooth running of the nursery and ensure the safety and wellbeing of children, staff, and families.
• Build strong relationships with children to foster secure attachments.
• Participate in regular team meetings to stay updated on key priorities and policies.

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• A full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification (essential)
• Fluency in written and spoken English (essential)
• Over 1 year of experience in Early Years (desirable)
• Knowledge of the Statutory framework for the EYFS and regulatory requirements (desirable)

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and a Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts.

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

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Cherrylands Nursery and help shape the future of our little learners!