Qualified Nursery Practitioner
21 days ago
Mount Pleasant
π‘ Early Years Practitioner β Drayton House Nursery School \nπ Location: Austen Road, Guildford \nπ Hours: 40 hours/week | Full-Time, Permanent | All year round \nπ° Salary: From Β£29,100 per annum \nπ§Έ Part-time applicants may also be considered \nπ Welcome Bonus: Β£1,000 (paid after 6 months) \nπ Qualification Bonus: Β£400 (for Level 3 Practitioners, paid after 6 months) \n\nπ Where Tradition Meets Excellence\n\n Founded in 1943 and set in a stunning Georgian house, Drayton House Nursery School is a cherished part of the Guildford community. We provide exceptional care and education for children aged 6 months to 5 years in a warm, nurturing environment that blends tradition with modern best practices. \n\n\n\t β’ Small class sizes for personalised learning and confidence-building\n\t, β’ Strong relationships with local private and state schools\n\t, β’ A charming nursery mascot β Berty the dog β who brings joy to our days\n\t, β’ Prime location just 15β20 minutes from Guildford town centre, near shops, restaurants, and the historic castle\n\n\nπ Why Youβll Love Working With Us\n\n\n\t, β’ Β£1,000 Welcome Bonus β A warm and rewarding start\n\t, β’ Β£400 Qualification Bonus β Recognising your Level 3 expertise after 6 months\n\t, β’ Generous Annual Leave β 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays\n\t, β’ Childcare Discount β 75% off nursery fees for your own children\n\t, β’ Health & Wellbeing Support β Confidential helpline access\n\t, β’ Career Development β Tailored training and clear progression pathways\n\t, β’ Pension Scheme β Competitive and secure\n\t, β’ Referral Bonuses β Help us grow and earn rewards\n\t, β’ Team Events & Celebrations β Socials, team-building, and special occasions\n\t, β’ Career Progression Opportunities β Within a supportive and historic nursery setting\n\n\nπ Your Role as Early Years Practitioner\n\n\n\t, β’ Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities\n\t, β’ Promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of children\n\t, β’ Act as a key person, building strong relationships with children and families\n\t, β’ Collaborate with your team to maintain high standards of care and education\n\t, β’ Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS policies\n\n\nπ What Weβre Looking For\n\n\n\t, β’ β
Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification β Essential\n\t, β’ β
Fluent in written and spoken English β Essential\n\t, β’ β 1+ year experience in Early Years β Desirable\n\t