Nursery Practitioner - Maternity Cover

Westonbirt; Tetbury; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary lunch

5% employer pension contribution

Employee counselling scheme

On-site parking

Personal accident at work cover

Discretionary Christmas stand-down

Job summary

Westonbirt School in Tetbury, Gloucestershire, is seeking an experienced Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner for a fixed-term maternity cover role. The position is full-time, 40 hours weekly, with a 4-day pattern (8:00am–6:00pm) and potential job-sharing.

Salary ranges from £27,560 to £29,016 per annum, depending on skills and experience. The role offers a supportive nursery team within a successful independent school, access to professional development and funded apprenticeships, and

Qualifications

• Experience as Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years Practitioner.
• Experience in a nursery environment is preferred.
• Commitment to exceptional care and inspiring learning for early years children.

Education

Level 2 Early Years Practitioner

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Job description

# 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: 14th September 2026Expires: 5th October 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1573781* 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### Safeguarding Statement:Westonbirt School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.