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Early Years Practitioner – Drayton House Nursery School

? Location: Austen Road, Guildford

? Hours: 40 hours/week | Full-Time, Permanent | All year round

? Salary: From £29,100 per annum

? Part-time applicants may also be considered

? Welcome Bonus: £1,000 (paid after 6 months)

? Qualification Bonus: £400 (for Level 3 Practitioners, paid after 6 months)

? Where Tradition Meets Excellence

Founded in 1943 and set in a stunning Georgian house, Drayton House Nursery School is a cherished part of the Guildford community. We provide exceptional care and education for children aged 6 months to 5 years in a warm, nurturing environment that blends tradition with modern best practices.

Small class sizes for personalised learning and confidence-building

Strong relationships with local private and state schools

A charming nursery mascot – Berty the dog – who brings joy to our days

Prime location just 15–20 minutes from Guildford town centre, near shops, restaurants, and the historic castle

? Why You’ll Love Working With Us

£1,000 Welcome Bonus – A warm and rewarding start

£400 Qualification Bonus – Recognising your Level 3 expertise after 6 months

Generous Annual Leave – 24 days + your birthday off + bank holidays

Childcare Discount – 75% off nursery fees for your own children

Health & Wellbeing Support – Confidential helpline access

Career Development – Tailored training and clear progression pathways

Pension Scheme – Competitive and secure

Referral Bonuses – Help us grow and earn rewards

Team Events & Celebrations – Socials, team-building, and special occasions

Career Progression Opportunities – Within a supportive and historic nursery setting

? Your Role as Early Years Practitioner

Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities

Promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of children

Act as a key person, building strong relationships with children and families

Collaborate with your team to maintain high standards of care and education

Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health & safety, and EYFS policies

? What We’re Looking For

✅ Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years Qualification – Essential

✅ Fluent in written and spoken English – Essential

➕ 1+ year experience in Early Years – Desirable

➕ Knowledge of EYFS & regulatory requirements – Desirable

?️ Safeguarding Commitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and thorough vetting procedures.

? Ready to join a nursery that feels like home and helps you grow? Apply now and become part of the Drayton House family!

 Drayton House is part of the Family First Group where we take great care to treat everyone as a person, with equal rights and responsibilities to any other individual, whether they are an adult or a child. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and anti-discriminatory practice for all children and families according to their individual needs. Discrimination on the grounds of gender, age, race, religion or belief, marriage or civil partnership, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, ethnic or national origin, or political belief has no place within the Family First Group