Nursery Practitioner
| Company: | Willing Care Recruitment Limited |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Guildford |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Posting date: | 1 Sept 2026 |
| Closing date: | 1 Oct 2026 |
Summary
Nursery Practitioner – Level 3
£29,000–£34,000 per year
Bright rooms, plenty of outdoor play and the freedom for children to move between the two – this nursery has been designed to make learning feel natural, exciting and fun.
Recently refurbished, the setting offers colourful and engaging rooms where children can play, create and follow their interests. Free-flow access to the garden means learning doesn't stop at the nursery door, with children able to enjoy outdoor adventures throughout their day. The garden itself offers plenty to discover, including a mud kitchen and vegetable patch, creating opportunities for messy play, gardening, nature-based activities and hands-on learning.
With good public transport links, the nursery is also easily accessible for practitioners who don't drive.
We're looking for a passionate Level 3 Nursery Practitioner who can bring enthusiasm and creativity to the team while providing the warm, consistent care children need to feel secure and confident.
What We're Looking For
Full and relevant
Level 3 Early Years qualification or above.
Previous experience working within a nursery or Early Years setting.
Good understanding of the
EYFS framework and child development.
Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
Confidence planning engaging experiences around children's interests and developmental needs.
Enthusiasm for
outdoor, creative and child-led learning.
Ability to observe children's development and identify meaningful next steps.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A caring, enthusiastic and dependable approach to Early Years practice.
What You'll Receive
Discounted childcare
Competitive annual leave package
Enhanced parental leave
Pension scheme
Wellbeing programme
Benefits and discounts portal
Long service awards
Ongoing training and professional development
Opportunities for career progression
Good public transport links
Bringing the Day to Life
Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS.
Plan engaging experiences that encourage children to explore, experiment and use their imagination.
Support children's confidence, independence and emotional development.
Follow children's interests and adapt activities to their individual stages of development.
Act as a Key Person, building secure relationships with children and positive partnerships with families.
Observe and assess children's development and plan appropriate next steps.
Support children's individual routines and wellbeing throughout the nursery day.
Work collaboratively with colleagues to maintain a fun, welcoming and stimulating environment.
Maintain excellent standards of safeguarding, health and safety.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Reference: WILL256372/AZ
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