Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Family First Nursery Group; Guildford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local nursery group in Guildford is looking for an Early Years Practitioner to deliver engaging activities, promote children's wellbeing, and build relationships with families. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 3 qualification and have experience in Early Years settings. This full-time role offers generous benefits including a welcome bonus and childcare discounts.

Benefits

£1,000 Welcome Bonus

£400 Qualification Bonus

Generous Annual Leave

Childcare Discount

Health & Wellbeing Support

Career Development

Pension Scheme

Referral Bonuses

Team Events & Celebrations

Career Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications and fluent English required.
• Experience in Early Years is desirable.
• Knowledge of EYFS and regulatory requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities.
• Promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of children.
• Act as a key person, building strong relationships with children and families.

Skills

Fluent in written and spoken English

Experience in Early Years

Knowledge of EYFS & regulatory requirements

Education

Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner – Drayton House Nursery School

• 📍 Location : Austen Road, Guildford
• 🕒 Hours : 40 hours / week | Full-Time, Permanent | All year round
• 💰 Salary : From £29,100 per annum
• 🧸 Part-time applicants may also be considered
• 🎉 Welcome Bonus : £1,000 (paid after 6 months)
• 🎓 Qualification Bonus : £400 (for Level 3 Practitioners, paid after 6 months)

🌟 Where Tradition Meets Excellence

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.

• Small class sizes for personalised learning and confidence-building
• Strong relationships with local private and state schools
• A charming nursery mascot – Berty the dog – who brings joy to our days
• Prime location just 15–20 minutes from Guildford town centre, near shops, restaurants, and the historic castle

💖 Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• £1,000 Welcome Bonus – A warm and rewarding start
• £400 Qualification Bonus – Recognising your Level 3 expertise after 6 months
• Generous Annual Leave – 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays
• Childcare Discount – 75% off nursery fees for your own children
• Health & Wellbeing Support – Confidential helpline access
• Career Development – Tailored training and clear progression pathways
• Pension Scheme – Competitive and secure
• Referral Bonuses – Help us grow and earn rewards
• Team Events & Celebrations – Socials, team-building, and special occasions
• Career Progression Opportunities – Within a supportive and historic nursery setting

🌈 Your Role as Early Years Practitioner

• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities
• Promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of children
• Act as a key person, building strong relationships with children and families
• Collaborate with your team to maintain high standards of care and education
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS policies

🎓 What We’re Looking For

• ✅ Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification – Essential
• ✅ Fluent in written and spoken English – Essential
• ➕ 1+ year experience in Early Years – Desirable
• ➕ Knowledge of EYFS & regulatory requirements – Desirable

🛡️ Safeguarding Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures.

🌟 Ready to join a nursery that feels like home and helps you grow? Apply now and become part of the Drayton House family!

Drayton House is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group