Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner (Level 3) – Horsham, West Sussex (RH13)
To join a Nursery providing high-quality care and inspiring early years learning experiences.

Employment Type
Permanent, full-time position in an early years setting.

Salary
£29,000 – £31,000 per annum per annum (dependent on experience) + benefits.

Pay & Benefits

• Paid holiday allowance plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)
• Company pension scheme
• Funded training, qualifications and ongoing CPD to support your career
• Clear progression pathways into senior practitioner, room leader and leadership roles
• Supportive induction and mentoring from experienced early years leaders
• Regular wellbeing check-ins and a supportive team culture
• Employee recognition and reward initiatives
• Staff discounts and perks (where available)
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and shape practice within the room

Working Hours & Shift Patter
Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Shifts are typically worked across the nursery’s operating hours, with a rota in place and scheduled breaks during the day. No routine weekend working.

Job Description
This is a rewarding opportunity for a passionate Nursery Practitioner to support children’s learning, development and wellbeing within a high-quality early years, Nursery environment based in Horsham, West Sussex (RH13). Working as part of a warm, professional team, you’ll help create inspiring, play-based experiences that build confidence, curiosity and school readiness. This Nursery Practitioner role would suit someone who is nurturing, reliable and enthusiastic, someone who thrives in a collaborative team and takes pride in delivering consistent, high-quality care and education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and early education tailored to each child’s age and stage of development
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities that promote learning across the EYFS
• Observe, assess and record children’s progress, contributing to learning journeys and next steps
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers, sharing updates and supporting home learning
• Ensure safeguarding is always prioritised, following policies and reporting procedures
• Uphold health & safety, hygiene and food safety practices, supporting daily room organisation

Requirements

• Up to date and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years
• Experience working in a nursery, preschool or early years setting
• Right to work within the UK (no sponsorship required) 
• Good understanding of the EYFS and child development, with a child-centred approach
• A calm, patient and enthusiastic approach with a genuine passion for early years education
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion and maintaining high standards of care
• Willingness to complete further training/CPD to support continuous improvement
• Also suitable for: Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Early Years Educator, Childcare Practitioner

Company Culture
As a Nursery Practitioner, you’ll be joining a friendly, supportive Nursery team within a large, well established Nursery organisation where people genuinely enjoy working together and take pride in delivering excellent early years practice. The culture is warm, inclusive and quality-driven, celebrating effort, encouraging new ideas and helping each team member progress with confidence.

Why This Role Appeals

• Develop your career with funded training, CPD and clear progression opportunities
• Work in a well-resourced, high-quality early years environment designed for outstanding practice
• Make a meaningful difference during the most important years of a child’s development
• Enjoy a stable Monday–Friday pattern that supports work-life balance
• Build confidence in your practice through mentoring, guidance and shared learning

Apply Today
If you’re a caring and motivated early years, Nursery Practitioner who wants to feel valued, supported and proud of the work you do within a Nurseries & Early Years setting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today as this is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills, shape children’s early experiences and progress your career in Horsham, West Sussex (RH13) within a welcoming and Nursery team.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged
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