Early Years Practitioner

The school is seeking to add capacity to our Lower School and are looking for a qualified and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner, holding a full and relevant Level 3 qualification or above to join our friendly staff team. This role would suit anybody that has experience as an Early Years Teacher, Senior Nursery Educator, Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Teacher, Nursery Educator or Nursery Assistant. The role will start as 0.6 FTE during the academic term, with possible scope to expand as the nursery grows. Qualifications:

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification (or other full and relevant Early Years qualification).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Knowledge of child development theories and practices.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children.
• Paediatric first aid certification.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation governing childcare (e.g. safeguarding).
If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you. Interested candidates are requested to apply via the application form on the website. Send completed applications by by e-mail to: bursar@homefieldprep.school The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Midday, Friday 8 November 2024. Interviews will be held during the week of 11 November 2024. Homefield reserves the right to close this vacancy if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested in joining our team, please do submit your application as early as possible. Successful applicants will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom. Homefield Preparatory School is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.


• Minimum Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification (or other full and relevant Early Years qualification).
• Previous experience working in a nursery or childcare setting.
• Knowledge of child development theories and practices.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine love for working with children.
• Paediatric first aid certification.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation governing childcare (e.g. safeguarding).
If you are passionate about working with children and making a positive impact on their lives, we would love to hear from you.