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Posted 29 July, 2026

Early Years Practitioner

Nest Day Nursery
Walton on Thames, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner (Level 3 or Above)\n

Location: Local / Driver Preferred

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Hours: Full-Time, All-Year-Round (38–40 hours/week) | Part-Time considered

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Qualifications Required: Level 3 or higher in Early Years Education

About Us\n

At The Nest, we operate a warm, small setting centered around "In The Moment Planning." We focus on empowering children with real-life skills, independence, and rich learning experiences through play. Our curriculum is packed with exciting activities including Sing & Sign, Sports, Cookery, and Woodwork!

Key Benefits & Work Environment\n
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  • Manageable Workload: Maximum of 5 key children per practitioner.
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  • Guaranteed Christmas Break: The nursery closes for the Christmas week.
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  • Child-Centered Focus: Less time spent on unnecessary paperwork, more time extending play and child-led learning.
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  • Inclusive Workplace: We are committed to diversity and proudly champion applications from male practitioners in Early Years.
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Requirements\n
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  • A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or higher).
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  • Passion for early child development and play-based learning.
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  • Ability to work full-time all year round (part-time hours considered).
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  • Safeguarding: Appointment is subject to a full Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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How to Apply\n

Please review our website to get a feel for our setting, and get in touch directly with your CV!