Nursery Practitioner

Xavier Catholic Education Trust; Guildford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension

Catering facilities

Xavier Staff Benefit Scheme

Job summary

St Joseph's Catholic Primary School & Nursery in Guildford invites applications for a Nursery Practitioner from January 2027. The role covers 32.5 hours per week during term time, 39 weeks per year, with a pro rata salary.

The post offers a supportive team environment and opportunities to work across EYFS settings. Essential candidates will have a Level 3 qualification in childcare and education and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• A recognised Level 3 qualification in childcare and education is desirable.
• Good level of spoken and written language is essential.

Responsibilities

• Take a shared responsibility for the welfare, learning and development of a group of children within the Nursery.
• Work with initiative and creativity to foster an environment that encourages the children’s all round development.
• Plan experiences that meet the requirements of the EYFS Statutory Framework.
• Commit to ongoing professional development.
• Demonstrate good interpersonal skills and contribute as a supportive team member across the EYFS settings.

Skills

Good communication

Education

Level 3 childcare and education

Job description

# Nursery PractitionerEmployer: St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Guildford)Location: Guildford, SurreyContract Type: PermanentHours: Full TimeSalary: FTE: £25,133 - £27,710Posted: 5th November 2026Expires: 23rd November 2026 11:59 PMStart Date: 1st January 2027Job ID: 1582772* Share :* PrintSt. Joseph’s Catholic Primary School & Nursery is a well-established setting offering the highest standards of care and play opportunities to children aged 2.5 to 11 years of age. Our motto - The Way, The Truth, The Life - is a daily reminder of our commitment to capturing hearts, inspiring minds and awakening souls. We believe it is our job to give children the very best start to life.We are looking for enthusiastic early years practitioners to join our team from January 2027.**Roles and Responsibilities:*** Take a shared responsibility for the welfare, learning and development of a group of children within the Nursery.* Working with initiative and creativity to foster an environment that encourages the children’s all round development.* Practical knowledge of planning experiences that meet the requirements of the EYFS Statutory Framework.* Commitment to ongoing professional development.* Demonstrate good interpersonal skills together with an ability to be a supportive member of our team, with the potential to work across the EYFS settings in our school.**Essential Qualifications & Experience:*** A recognised Level 3 qualification in childcare and education is desirable.* Good level of spoken and written language is essential.The post will be for 32.5 hours per week, term time only (39 weeks per year) - 8.30am to 15.30pm each day excluding lunch break; the salary range is FTE £25,133 - £27,710 (pro rata) depending on experience and qualifications; the actual salary range is £19,519 - £21,521.We can offer you a fulfilling role with a strong community feel. We offer staff car parking, Local Government Pension, catering facilities as well as a Xavier Staff Benefit Scheme.Visits to the Nursery are welcome and encouraged; contact Diane Haslett (Nursery Manager) by calling the school office. Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to interview and appoint earlier than the stated closing date should there be a good response to the advert.### AttachmentsXavier Recruitment PolicyXCET Application Form Notes to ApplicantsXCET Privacy Notice for Job Applicants### Safeguarding Statement:St Joseph's Catholic Primary School (Guildford) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.All employees will be expected to undertake an enhanced check with the DBS and be registered with the ISA.We will seek two references.We will check qualifications and the right to work in the UKWe will expect employees to sign our Code of Safe Conduct and adhere to our strict safeguarding policies.