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Nursery Practitioner

£28.66k - £29.64k per annum
Full-time

Nursery Nurse

Hitchin - SG5 1RT

£1,000 new starter bonus!*

Candidates who apply by 11:59pm on Tuesday 30th June 2026, and are successful in their interview with Toad Hall Nursery Group will receive £1,000. This applies to the Level 3 Nursery Nurse positions (Level 3 or above, full time).

*T&Cs apply


Nursery Nurse

Every day is an adventure in this exciting and rewarding role! As a Nursery Nurse, you’ll be part of a caring team that supports children from 3 months to pre-school age. You’ll bring energy, creativity, and warmth to every day - helping little ones thrive in a safe, inclusive, and joyful environment.

Salary for Nursery Nurse is up to £29,640 per annum

We offer a variety of opportunities, including:

Full time, 40 hours a week

Job shares, varying from 2-3 days a week

Part time, 20 hours a week

Supply roles enabling you to achieve the work/life balance you are looking for


Please be advised if you do not possess a full and relevant qualification or experience within the childcare sector your application will not be considered.


We offer the following amazing benefits and opportunities within our established nursery group:

Company Bonus Scheme

Employee of the month scheme

50% staff discount on childcare places

Birthday day off or Christmas shopping day

Annual Christmas party for all Toad Hall Staff

Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years’ service!

Opportunity to purchase additional Holiday


About our Hitchin Nursery

Located near Hitchin town centre, our nursery cares for over 100 children and features dedicated gardens for each age group, plus an allotment for outdoor learning.

We offer on-site parking and are a short walk from the train station and local bus routes.

Our supportive team promotes professional growth and provides strong career development opportunities.



Who we are

Toad Hall Nursery Group was established in 1993 and since then we have grown to 14 settings, where 440 employees support our 1,100 children a day. As part of our supportive Nursery Group, you’ll join a caring community that celebrates individuality and teamwork. Our nurseries share a warm, inclusive culture where collaboration and kindness come first.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures.

Job requirements
Essential qualifications and experience:

Suitable qualifications: an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare or equivalent

Knowledge and understanding of the EYFS, and the ability to refer to the EYFS Framework when planning activities

To be aware of the role of planning, observation and keeping records when caring for nursery aged children

Genuine enthusiasm for working with children and meeting their needs

A satisfactory Enhanced DBS check
Vacancy posted 20 days ago
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