Early Years Practitioner

Moulsford Prep School; Oxford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An independent preparatory school in Oxfordshire is looking for an Early Years Practitioner to join their Pre-School team. The role involves providing a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 3-4. Candidates should have a minimum Level 6 Early Years qualification and a strong understanding of the EYFS framework. The school promotes staff wellbeing and offers various benefits including gym membership and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Complimentary gym membership

Staff pension scheme

Complimentary meals

Social events for staff

Access to professional development

Use of water sports facilities

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Minimum Level 6 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children.
• Join a vibrant Pre-School team.

Skills

Understanding of the EYFS framework

Ability to create a warm, supportive learning environment

Education

Minimum Level 6 Early Years qualification

Job description

Job Title: Early Years Practitioner

Location: Moulsford-on-Thames, Oxon, OX10 9HR

Salary: Dependent on experience & qualifications, commensurate with industry standards

Job Type: Full Time, Fixed term - 5th January - 30th June 2026

Job Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm (5:30pm finish one day per week)

Closing date: 2nd November 2025

About us

Moulsford is an independent preparatory school for 330 pupils, aged 3 to 13, situated on an idyllic 30-acre site on the banks of the River Thames, near Wallingford in South Oxfordshire.

The School recognises the importance of creating the right work/life balance, of nurturing and developing staff, and creating a community.

About the role

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our vibrant Pre-School team, located in a stunning new, purpose-designed building as part of our outstanding Prep School.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Years Practitioner to join us in providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children aged 3-4 years can thrive and develop.

About you

• Minimum Level 6 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
• A strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Ability to create a warm, supportive, and engaging learning environment

Benefits

• The School offers complimentary full gym membership for all employees at The Barn Fitness Club in Cholsey
• All employees are eligible to join a staff pension scheme.
• Our in-house catering team ensures that staff enjoy complimentary good quality, healthy and balanced meals every day. They also cater for all types of diets and allergens.
• Social events for staff take place throughout the year. Great emphasis is placed on staff wellbeing and morale and we firmly believe in creating the right work/life balance
• All employees are encouraged and supported with access to regular Continuing Professional Development
• Staff are able to use the water sports facilities outside of school hours

Additional Information

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including submission of an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate.

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