Early Years Practitioner

ESSENDENE LODGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL AND NURSERY; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 27,045 - 33,056; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with annual reviews

Discounted childcare fees

Access to health and wellbeing support

Daily free lunches

Staff discounts

Supportive team culture

Job summary

A nurturing early years environment in Tandridge is seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner to support children aged 3 months to 5 years. The role includes planning engaging learning experiences and building trusted relationships with families. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and experience in similar settings. Competitive salary of up to £30,051 and various benefits such as discounted childcare fees and health support are offered.

Qualifications

• Essential to have Level 3 or above Early Years qualification.
• Experience working in a nursery setting is crucial.
• Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding is expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences.
• Track children’s progress and support their individual development.
• Build trusted relationships with parents and carers.
• Maintain high standards of safety, care, and cleanliness.
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a nurturing environment.

Skills

Experience in a nursery or early years setting

Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Practitioner (Full-Time) – Inspire Young Learners at Essendene Lodge Nursery!

Join Essendene Lodge Nursery in Caterham as a Nursery Practitioner. Rewarding role, great salary, benefits, and career development in a nurturing environment.

Salary: Up to £30,051 per year (Depending on qualifications & experience)

Contract: Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Monday to Friday

Nurture, Inspire, and Help Every Child Thrive

Join our warm and dedicated team at Essendene Lodge Nursery, where curiosity, creativity, and confidence are at the heart of everything we do. We’re seeking a passionate Nursery Practitioner to support children aged 3 months to 5 years in a bright, engaging, and caring environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Discounted childcare fees
• Access to health and wellbeing support
• Daily free lunches and staff discounts
• A supportive, inclusive, and professional team culture

Your Role:

• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences
• Track children’s progress and support their individual development
• Build trusted relationships with parents and carers
• Maintain high standards of safety, care, and cleanliness
• Collaborate with colleagues to create a nurturing environment

You’ll Need:

• Full and relevant Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification (essential)
• Experience in a nursery or early years setting
• Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child protection
• Safeguarding

Essendene Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).