Posted 14 October 2026Mindful Nurseries - Walton

Job details

  • Salary£36,000 to £37,000 per annumDepending on qualifications and experience
  • RoleDeputy Manager / Assistant Manager
  • HoursFull Time
  • LocationWalton-on-Thames, Surrey
  • Job ReferenceDayNurseries Walton Deputy Manager

Job Summary

We’re looking for a qualified Nursery Practitioner and Deputy Manager working 4 or 5 days) at our beautiful and inspiring NEW nursery in Walton-on-Thames.

Responsibilities for the nursery practitioner role are;

  • To treat every child as a unique person whilst respecting their rights, choices, religion, cultures and different stages of development and capabilities
  • To be able to laugh, cry and play. To approachable, calm and a good role model. Play, learn, grow and be.
  • To ensure the highest possible standard of quality of education, care, hygiene, and safety whilst upholding all safeguarding and whistle blowing regulations.
  • To foresee and help identify any needs or additional needs of the children and give physical, emotional, intellectual guidance in partnership with parents.
  • To observe, interact and assess (where applicable) a child progress and to plan for activities to support and challenge, putting learning through play.
  • To be a team player and support each other any way possible.

Benefits for the nursery practitioner role are;

  • £36,000 to 37,000 per year dependant on skills, qualification, experience, enthusiasm and dedication.
  • Time and a half (1.5x) over-time available.
  • 31 days holiday a year, birthday off or double pay if you celebrate at work with the children.
  • Wage advance service – get paid anytime in the month!
  • 24/7 private video GP service.
  • Mental health (face-to-face), physical health and financial health support and legal advice.
  • Life insurance.
  • 40-90% childcare discount.
  • Discounts online and high streets.
  • Training at least twice a year, apprenticeships, and further education available. Great career opportunities to progress, learn and earn.
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