Nursery Practitioner

Stonar School; Melksham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lunch provided

Facilities access

Staff CPD

Holiday allowance

Fee discount

Job summary

Stonar School is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to join our EYFS team. The role is full time with hours 8:00–18:00, open all year or term-time plus for the right candidate, at a rate of £12.71–£13.71 per hour.

You will work closely with the Head of Early Years and Head of Prep to nurture a lifelong love of learning in our children; 52 weeks availability is preferred, with term-time options considered.

Qualifications

• EYFS Level 2 qualification or above is required.
• Apprenticeship route available to support growth to Level 3+.
• The successful candidate will work with Head of Early Years and Head of Prep to promote learning.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Head of Early Years and Head of Prep to promote a lifelong love of learning.
• Promote a lifelong love of learning in children.

Education

EYFS Level 2 qualification

Apprenticeship route to Level 3+

Job description

Nursery Practitioner

Full Time

£12.71 to £13.71 an hour

52 weeks or term time plus considered for the right candidate

The EYFS Nursery Practitioner should hold at least an EYFS Level 2 qualification or above. However, we are open to applicants wanting to do an apprenticeship program to support their growth and development in the role for level 3 and above. The successful candidate will work closely with the Head of Early Years and Head of Prep to promote a lifelong love of learning. Open all year round between 8 and 6 Monday to Friday. The role is 52 weeks a year but we would consider a term time plus role for the right candidate.

Stonar is an independent, non-selective, co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 2 to 18, which was rated excellent by ISI in October 2018 for both pupil achievement and personal development. Stonar is part of Globeducate, an expanding global family of schools. Our pupils regularly achieve outstanding results, which are beyond expectations both academically and personally. We pride ourselves on our ability to nurture the learning needs of every individual in a respectful, supportive and globally-minded community.

Stonar is situated in over 80 acres of beautiful Wiltshire countryside, yet only a 20 minute drive from the World Heritage City of Bath and within easy reach of the M4 corridor.

What we offer:

• Kind, enthusiastic and curious children.
• Supportive colleagues, leadership and parents.
• A small, friendly Nursery with a strong community feeling.
• The opportunity to work in a setting with an innovative, child centred approach to Early Years Education
• The opportunity to work in a well-resourced, well staffed setting including swimming pool, forest school
• Regular opportunity for CPD through INSET days and commitment to staff development.
• Weekly non-contact time for preparation and planning.
• Freshly cooked lunch provided everyday by our catering team.
• Free access to school facilities e.g. swimming pool and gym.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Discount on school fees

Closing date for applications: 30th September 2026

We reserve the right to appoint a successful applicant prior to the closing date

Stonar is 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.