Early Years Practitioner

The Boarding Schools' Association; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution in Chelmsford is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join their Nursery Division. This role involves working 40 hours per week on a rotational shift basis providing care and education for children aged 1-4. Candidates need to have Early Years experience and hold an NNEB/NVQ Level 2 qualification. The institution offers a supportive community and encourages early applications as interviews are conducted on a rolling basis. Enhanced DBS check required before appointment.

Benefits

Discounted annual membership for the New Hall Sport Club

Qualifications

• Experience in Early Years education is essential.
• An NNEB/NVQ Level 2 qualification is required.

Responsibilities

• Work 40 hours per week on a rotational shift basis.
• Provide care and education for children aged 1-4.

Skills

Early Years experience

Good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Communication skills

Education

NNEB/NVQ Level 2 qualification

NNEB/NVQ Level 3 qualification

Job description

Closing Date: 4 March 2026
Telephone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
Salary: All-year round salary: £26,208pa-£28,846pa; Term time only salary: £19,858pa-£21,856pa
Employment Term: Full TimePart TimePermanent

The Nursery Division requires

Early Years Practitioner

(all-year round and term time only)

Monday to Friday (40 hours per week on a rotational shift basis)

Discounted annual membership for the New Hall Sport Club

We are looking for candidates with Early Years’ experience to join a team of highly committed staff. The Early Years Practitioner will work 40 hours per week on a rotational shift basis to cover the opening hours of the Nursery Division (8am to 6pm). The Nursery provides education and care for children aged 1-4. A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage is required and an NNEB/NVQ Level 2 qualification is essential (Level 3 desirable).

New Hall School offers an exceptional working environment, set in a stunning Grade I listed building that is the former Tudor palace of Beaulieu. With a staff of around 300, New Hall is a warm, welcoming and supportive community. Beaulieu Park railway station is now open at the foot of New Hall’s private road approach, The Avenue, with journey times of 30 minutes to Stratford and 38 minutes to London Liverpool Street.

Early applications are encouraged, interviews will take place on a rolling basis

New Hall is committed to safeguarding students. There will be an enhanced DBS check prior to appointment.