Early Years Practitioner – Guildford, Surrey

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Posted 19 March 2026
LOCATION
Guildford, Surrey
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Early Years Nursery Practitioner EYFS Child Development Outdoor Play Teamwork

FULL DESCRIPTION

Early Years Practitioner – Guildford, Surrey

About Us

We’re looking for passionate Nursery Practitioners to join our friendly nurseries around Guildford,Surrey.

Our nurseries care for children aged 3 months – 5 years. Both settings are surrounded by nature, giving children daily opportunities to explore gardens, local parks, fields, and woodland walks. We pride ourselves on offering a caring, personal approach where every child can flourish.

Early Years Practitioner – Guildford, Surrey

About Us

We’re looking for passionate Nursery Practitioners to join our friendly nurseries around Guildford,Surrey.

Our nurseries care for children aged 3 months – 5 years. Both settings are surrounded by nature, giving children daily opportunities to explore gardens, local parks, fields, and woodland walks. We pride ourselves on offering a caring, personal approach where every child can flourish.

Salary: £12.50–£14.50 per hour / £26,000–£30,160pa (depending on qualifications & experience)

Hours: 4 or 5 days per week (36-40 hrs), between 7:30am – 6pm / Permanent, all-year-round (*Not term-time only or school hours*)

Benefits Include:

  • Joining bonus & refer-a-friend bonus*
  • Your birthday off
  • Ongoing training & career progression
  • Discounted childcare & staff wellbeing programmes
  • Pension scheme
  • 28 days holiday (+2 extra with service)
  • Free parking & flu jabs

Your Role

  • Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
  • Deliver engaging activities in line with the EYFS
  • Support key children with observations & planning
  • Ensure safety, wellbeing, and learning at all times
  • Work as part of a supportive, fun, and professional team

About You

  • Qualified to Level 2 or 3 in Early Years (full & relevant)
  • Experience as Nursery Practitioner or similar
  • Strong knowledge of the EYFS and child development
  • Passionate about early years, outdoor play, and hands-on learning
  • Great teamwork and communication skills
  • A driver preferred for Elstead (due to limited public transport)
  • Clear DBS & two references required

Apply Today

Are you a passionate Early Years Professional ready to grow your career?

 Apply today — let’s get your interview booked in!

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