Posted 02 December, 2025 First Steps Nursery logo

Early years practitioner

First Steps Nursery Surrey

Job details

  • Salary £12.30 to £13.20 per hour
  • Role Nursery Nurse / Early Years Practitioner
  • Hours Full Time or Part Time
  • Location Redhill, Surrey

Job summary

We are a well-established nursery in Merstham looking for an enthusiastic Level 3 Practitioner to join our team.

As an Early Years Practitioner You MUST hold a Level 2 or 3 qualification.

Hours: 4 days a week, 37 hours a week or 5 days 43.75 hours a week.

You will support the room leader and assist in the day to day activities. You will be responsible for ensuring children receive high quality care and education.

Qualifications

  • Level 3 qualification in Childcare such as EYE, CACHE, NVQ (or recognised equivalent
  • Up-to-date First Aid and Safeguarding training (preferable)
  • knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage
  • knowledge of Safeguarding procedures
  • Level 2 would be considered at a revised lower salary

Person Specification

  • Positive 'can do' attitude
  • excellent communication skills
  • warm and friendly personality
  • Strong team player

Rewards & Benefits:

  • Monthly Rewards
  • Excellent rates of pay based on experience and qualification
  • Generous Holiday
  • Staff development – free training provided with opportunities to undertake ongoing professional development
  • Loyalty incentives; loyalty voucher, extra uniform
  • Loyalty bonus 3yrs / 5 yrs / 8yrs / 10 yrs
  • Treats / presents for monthly staff appreciation.
  • Competitive salary
  • Refer a friend bonus scheme, open to all First Steps employees
  • A supportive and friendly workplace
  • Free uniform
  • Free training
  • Staff events
  • Christmas hamper and bonus
  • Digital learning journal
  • Voucher and cake for birthday

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