Pre-Prep Nursery Practitioner (Maternity Cover)

Job Description

Please note that a School application form must be completed in order to be considered for this post.

*You must have a Right to Work in the UK to apply for this position.*

Pre-Prep Nursery Practitioner (Maternity Cover)

We are looking to appoint a full-time Pre-Prep Nursery Practitioner to start at the beginning of our Summer Term (22nd April 2025). The candidate will have Early Years’ experience and be an enthusiastic and engaging professional.

Working alongside the Lead Nursery Practitioner and within the Nursery team the candidate will care for the daily needs of the children.

Responsibilities include observing children, leading activities and contributing to team planning in accordance with the EYFS. The successful candidate will be responsible for a small group of Key Children, and will maintain all records and keep up to date observations linked to the EYFS. They will work closely with all other members of the team, to provide an outstanding learning environment and liaise and build strong links with parents.

A secure understanding of the EYFSP, a full and relevant Level 3 qualification and good I.T. skills are essential. Experience in using an online learning journal e.g. Tapestry is highly desirable. The successful candidate will also be required to undertake Before and After-School Care duties.

The school is committed to continued improvement, to outstanding teaching and to a structured and supportive environment with the belief that learning is best achieved when pupils feel understood, happy and safe.

We offer a competitive salary and several generous benefits. For further details, including Job Description and application form, please see below.

Applications

Applications can only be accepted on the School application form. Further details and an application form may be obtained from the Hazlegrove website: https://www.hazlegrove.co.uk/about/staff-vacancies

Closing date: 12 noon on Friday 7th February 2025.

Applications will be reviewed upon receipt.

*We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the position.

Hazlegrove is an independent co-educational boarding school committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £21,170.00-£27,819.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 07/02/2025
Reference ID: PPNP20012025
Expected start date: 22/04/2025