New Job Opening: Nursery Practitioner in Tenderlinks Day Nursery - Elstead

Job Description

Nursery Practitioner Level 2 or 3 – Up to £30,000

The nursery provides a calm, home-from-home environment with natural resources and thoughtfully designed rooms. As a Nursery Practitioner, you’ll work directly with children each day, supporting curiosity, independence, and hands-on learning through play. The role is full-time and based within one room, with shared responsibility for planning and daily routines.

Before You Apply

• This role requires a full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification.


• Applicants must have recent experience working in a nursery or early years setting.


• This position is not suitable for candidates without the required qualification.

Key Job Details

• Salary: Up to £30,000 per year depending on qualifications and experience


• Full-time, permanent contract


• Private day nursery setting


• Room-based role

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

• Carefully designed learning environment with natural resources


• Competitive pension scheme


• Competitive annual leave package


• Birthday off


• Attendance bonus


• Wellbeing support programme and benefits portal


• Refreshments and snacks provided


• Paid DBS check

What You’ll Need

• Full and relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification


• Experience working as a Nursery Practitioner in an early years setting


• Secure knowledge of the EYFS framework


• Confidence working independently within a room


• Clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Plan and deliver EYFS-based activities alongside room colleagues


• Support children’s independence through play-led learning


• Observe, assess, and record development progress


• Maintain a safe, organised, and welcoming environment


• Build consistent partnerships with parents and carers


• Follow safeguarding and health and safety procedures at all times

What Happens After You Apply

Applications for the Nursery Practitioner Level 2 or 3 role will be reviewed against the essential criteria. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview and nursery visit.

Reference: WILL193192/DB