Nursery Practitioner - Level 3

Family First Nurseries Group; High Wycombe; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working Options

33 Days Paid Holiday

75% Childcare Discount

Career Growth

Supportive Culture

Company Pension and on-site parking

DBS Paid For

Uniform Provided

Job summary

Family First Nurseries Group in High Wycombe is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to support early years education. You’ll plan engaging activities, foster relationships with children and families, and collaborate with a caring team in a warm, supportive environment.

The role offers flexible working options, a generous holiday package, a 75% childcare discount for your own children, training opportunities, a pension, DBS paid for and on-site parking.

Qualifications

• Confident written and spoken English.
• Experience in an Early Years setting.
• Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding best practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan fun, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS.
• Build trusted relationships with children and families.
• Work collaboratively to maintain a happy, supportive atmosphere.

Skills

Compassionate

Reliable

English Proficiency

EYFS Knowledge

Job description

High Wycombe, United Kingdom | Posted on 14/09/2026

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Practitioner – 75% Childcare Discount

Salary: £29,418 per annum

Hours: Full-time – 42 hours per week / Part time 27 - with flexible options available

AtCherryGrove Nursery, we’re looking for a caring, enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our supportive, friendly team. You’ll enjoy flexibility, recognition and genuine opportunities to grow, all in a nurturing environment where both children and colleagues thrive.

We believe the best outcomes for children start with happy, supported teams. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:

• Flexible Working Options : 4 or 5 days, part-time or bank hours to suit your lifestyle
• 33 Days Paid Holiday : 24 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + your birthday off
• 75% Childcare Discount for your own children
• Career Growth : Tailored training, development and promotion opportunities
• Supportive Culture : Warm, inclusive team with staff socials and appreciation treats
• Company Pension and free on-site parking
• DBS Paid For : We cover the cost of your enhanced DBS check
• Uniform Provided : So you’re ready from day one

The Role

As a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, you’ll help children learn, play, and grow in a safe, engaging environment. You will:

• Plan fun, age-appropriate activities aligned with the EYFS
• Build trusted relationships with children and families
• Work collaboratively to maintain a happy, supportive atmosphere

About You

You’re compassionate, reliable, and committed to making a difference every day.

• Confident written and spoken English
• Experience in an Early Years setting
• Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding best practices

Why Join Us?

CherryGrove Nursery, we provide a warm, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children feel safe, happy, and encouraged to thrive. With caring staff, engaging activities, and a focus on learning through play, we help every child grow in confidence, creativity, and independence.As part of the Family First Nurseries network, you’ll have access to great resources, strong professional development and the opportunity to progress into senior roles.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts. This post will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our Safeguarding Duty.

Please note: We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.

CherryGrove Nurseryis 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.