Nursery Practitioner / Nursery Nurse
Location: Sutton
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Salary: £30,000 – £31,500 per annum (DOE)
About Our Client:
We are a warm, welcoming and forward-thinking Children’s Day Nursery in Sutton, providing outstanding childcare for children aged 0–5 years.
We pride ourselves on being a supportive, well-staffed nursery where staff wellbeing, development and career progression genuinely come first. Happy staff create happy children – and that belief sits at the heart of everything we do.
Our nursery is open Monday to Friday only, offering a healthy work-life balance and a positive, team-focused working environment.
The Role
We are looking for a Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner / Nursery Nurse who is passionate about early years education and wants to feel valued, supported and excited about coming to work.
You’ll be part of a friendly, experienced team in a well-resourced nursery with strong staffing levels and excellent support.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting children aged 0–5 years in line with the EYFS framework
- Planning and delivering fun, engaging, age-appropriate activities
- Supporting children’s learning and development through play
- Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment
- Building strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues
- Observing, assessing and recording children’s progress
- Working as part of a supportive room team with floating staff available
Working Hours
- 40 hours per week
- 5 days per week
- Shifts between 7:30am – 6:30pm
- No weekends
Requirements
- Full & relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
- Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting
- A genuine passion for childcare and child development
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Right to work in the UK
Why Join Us? (Benefits & Perks)
- £30,000 – £31,500 salary depending on experience
- 28 days annual leave + an extra paid day off on your birthday
- Discounted childcare (increasing with service)
- Fully funded training & qualifications (Levels 2, 3 & 5 – Early Years & Management)
- Clear career progression opportunities
- Overstaffed setting with floating staff & in-house bank staff
- Free uniform & DBS
- Company wellbeing & wellness programmes
- Refer-a-Friend bonus
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee of the Month rewards
- Support from a dedicated Head Office team
- Company wellness programmes
- Unlimited tea,coffee, drinks, fruits and snacks in the staff room
Ready to Apply?
If you’re a caring, enthusiastic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner looking for a nursery that truly supports its staff, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step in your early years career.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£31,500.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring programme
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discount
Licence/Certification:
- level 2 or 3 in children learning and development (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
