Nursery Practitioner - Maternity Cover

Westonbirt; Tetbury; Híbrido; GBP 28.000 - 29.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Lunch provided

Employer pension 5%

Employee counselling

On-site parking

Personal accident at work cover

Discretionary Christmas stand-down

Descripción de la vacante

Westonbirt School in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, seeks an experienced Level 2 or 3 Early Years Practitioner for a maternity-cover role in our nursery. The position is full-time, 40 hours per week, with shifts from 8:00am to 6:00pm across four days (Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri). A job share may be considered.

Salary ranges from £27,560 to £29,016 per annum, depending on experience. Benefits include a beautiful rural setting, access to school resources, ongoing training and fully funded apprenticeship

Formación

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification.
• Experience in a nursery setting preferred.
• Willingness to work 4 days per week (8:00–18:00) and full-time hours.

Responsabilidades

• Provide high-quality care and learning opportunities for children in the nursery.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming and stimulating environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues and school staff to support children's development.

Conocimientos

Early years practitioner

Educación

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Descripción del empleo

# Nursery Practitioner - Maternity CoverEmployer: Westonbirt SchoolLocation: Tetbury, GloucestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full TimeContract Length: 12 monthsSalary: £27,560.00 - £29,016.00 pa / £13.25 - £13.95 phPosted: 5th November 2026Expires: 9th December 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1582717* Share :* PrintAre you an experienced Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for a role where you can truly make a difference?Do you believe children deserve exceptional care, inspiring learning opportunities and adults who genuinely understand the importance of the early years? Would you enjoy working in a beautiful nursery environment that combines the warmth of a close-knit team with the professionalism and ambition of a successful independent school?If so, we would love to hear from you.**Hours, Salary & Benefits:**Hours: Maternity cover position - fixed term contract.Full-Time, year-round or term time, 40 hours per week. 4 days per week (8:00am-6:00pm). Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, FridayA job share would be considered.Salary: £27,560.00 - £29,016.00 pa / £13.25 - £13.95 ph FTE based on skills and experienceBenefits:We know that great practitioners have choices. That’s why we offer more than just a job.At Westonbirt, you’ll enjoy the close-knit feel of a nursery team while benefiting from the expertise, resources and opportunities available within a successful independent school.You’ll benefit from:* A beautiful rural setting in the heart of the Cotswolds* Recently refurbished nursery spaces and excellent resources* Dedicated outdoor learning environments* Strong links with Westonbirt Prep School and specialist colleagues* Opportunities for ongoing training and career development, with fully funded apprenticeship opportunities* Complimentary lunch* 5% employer pension contribution* Access to an employee counselling scheme* On-site parking* Personal accident at work cover* Discretionary Christmas stand-down* The support of a wider school infrastructure, including catering, housekeeping, admissions, finance and administration teams, allowing you to focus on what matters most: the children* Most importantly, you’ll join a team that genuinely cares about children, families and one another.To read the full job description, please see the attached candidate pack.### AttachmentsNursery Practitioner Mat Cover Candidate Pack (Westonbirt)\\_compressed (1)### Safeguarding Statement:Wishford Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. This will include checks with past employers, references, online searches, medical checks, overseas checks and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.Wishford Education is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to religion, sex, age, disability, nationality or any other protected characteristics of the Equality Act 2010.