Level 2 Nursery Practitioner – Egham, Surrey, TW20
Join a calm, welcoming early years nursery where you can make a positive difference to children’s learning and development through emotional security, purposeful play and strong relationships with families.
Employment Type
Full-time, permanent and all year round.
Salary
£26,000–£26,500 per annum + benefits.
Pay & Benefits
- Competitive salary of £26,000–£26,500 per annum.
- Workplace pension scheme.
- Annual loyalty bonus recognising dedication, development and professional conduct.
- An additional paid day off on or around your birthday, subject to appropriate staffing cover.
- Paid half-day leave to support personal commitments and wellbeing.
- Staff referral rewards for introducing new colleagues and families.
- Ongoing CPD, in-house learning and access to further qualification pathways.
- Regular one-to-one support from an experienced early years team.
- A safe, well-resourced and nurturing nursery environment.
- Opportunities to build your confidence, develop your practice and progress your childcare career.
Working Hours & Shift Pattern
Full-time, permanent and all year round.
Egham, Surrey, TW20.
- Monday-to-Friday nursery provision.
- Flexible shifts scheduled between 7:30am and 6:00pm.
- You must be able to work throughout the year rather than during term time only.
- Work within an established nursery team supporting babies, toddlers and pre-school-aged children.
- Contribute to consistent care, purposeful learning and smooth daily nursery routines.
Job Description
As a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner, you will be part of an experienced and supportive team within a calm, stimulating nursery in Egham, Surrey TW20. The setting provides care and early education for children from infancy through to pre-school, with age-appropriate rooms designed to support each stage of development. The nursery’s approach is rooted in the Early Years Foundation Stage, with a strong focus on emotional security, purposeful learning through play, outdoor experiences, school readiness and genuine partnerships with parents. You will help children feel safe, recognised and encouraged while supporting meaningful experiences that develop their confidence, curiosity, independence and communication.
This opportunity is specifically suitable for a Level 2 qualified practitioner who is passionate about nurseries & early years and wants to build a long-term career in childcare within a supportive setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality care and purposeful learning in line with the EYFS framework.
- Build warm, consistent key-person relationships that help children feel emotionally secure.
- Support engaging, age-appropriate activities based on children’s interests and developmental needs.
- Observe children’s progress, maintain accurate learning records and contribute to meaningful next steps.
- Support children’s communication, physical, social and emotional development through everyday play and routines.
- Promote independence, curiosity, confidence and positive relationships between children.
- Communicate openly with parents and carers through daily updates, progress discussions and supportive handovers.
- Maintain a safe, clean, inclusive and well-organised learning environment.
- Follow safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and nursery policies at all times.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to team meetings, training and continuous improvement.
Requirements
- You must have the permanent right to work in the UK; applicants requiring sponsorship cannot be considered unless sponsorship eligibility is confirmed separately.
- A full and relevant Level 2 qualification in Early Years Education, Childcare or an equivalent UK-recognised qualification.
- Previous experience supporting children within a nursery, pre-school or early years setting is desirable.
- A sound understanding of the EYFS and the ability to support children’s learning, wellbeing and development through purposeful play.
- Confident in completing observations, contributing to learning plans, maintaining safe routines and communicating with families.
- A warm, patient and dependable approach, with strong communication skills and a genuine commitment to children’s care.
- Able to manage day-to-day responsibilities independently while contributing fully to a collaborative nursery team.
- Also suitable for: Level 2 Early Years Practitioner, Level 2 Nursery Nurse, Level 2 Childcare Practitioner, Level 2 Early Years Educator, Nursery Assistant and Childcare Assistant.
Company Culture
As a Level 2 Nursery Practitioner, you will be joining a close-knit team that values family, communication, contribution and personal responsibility. Experienced colleagues provide consistency and create a supportive environment in which children and practitioners can thrive. The nursery invests in professional growth through ongoing CPD, in-house training, further qualification pathways and regular one-to-one support. Practitioners are encouraged to share ideas, develop their confidence and contribute to a welcoming community where staff are valued as individuals.
The setting offers calm, well-resourced rooms, outdoor learning opportunities and a child-centred curriculum built around emotional security, exploration and strong family partnerships.
Apply Today
If you are a caring Level 2 Nursery Practitioner looking to join a supportive nursery where you can develop your childcare career while making a genuine difference to children’s early learning, we would love to hear from you. Apply today for this permanent Level 2 Nursery Practitioner position in Egham, Surrey (TW20), and take the next step within a team committed to helping children and practitioners grow.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged
Contact Details
Recruit by Nature
George Francis
George@recruitbynature.co.uk
Direct Line: 0118 334 8424
WhatsApp: 07782217154