Preschool Practitioner

The Grove Primary School; Melton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Oasis Preschool & Retreat, part of The Grove Primary School, is recruiting a Level 3 Preschool Practitioner to support children aged 2 to 5. The role is 27.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 9am–3pm, during term time (38 weeks), on a permanent basis.

You will hold a Level 3 Early Education and Childcare qualification (or equivalent) plus Level 2 in Maths and English, and current Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene certificates.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Education and Childcare qualification or equivalent.
• Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English are essential.
• Current Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene certificates required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high standard of childcare for children aged 2–5.
• Work effectively as part of a small team.
• Support development and learning through nurturing, language-rich activities.

Skills

Childcare

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Education and Childcare qualification

Level 2 Maths

Level 2 English

Paediatric First Aid certificate

Food Hygiene certificate

Job description

Preschool Practitioner

We wish to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Level 3 Preschool Practitioner at Oasis Preschool & Retreat for 27.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday, (9-3pm) term-time only (38 weeks) on a permanent basis.

Oasis Preschool & Retreat is part of The Grove Primary School and provides provision for children aged 2+ to school age. The preschool has its own building with various indoor play spaces, sensory rooms, front garden, back playground, use of school grounds and nature areas.

Our pedagogical approach to Early Years is driven by various theories, research and approaches which value nurturing, natural, open-ended, language rich, flexible play environments. Our approach supports self-regulatory and lifelong learning skills improving outcomes for children regardless of starting points. We are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and motivated individual to provide a high standard of childcare for children between the ages of 2 and 5 years.

You will have a Level 3 Early Education and Childcare qualification or equivalent. Level 2 qualifications in Math’s and English are essential, along with current Paediatric First Aid and Food Hygiene certificates. Along with good interpersonal skills, you will be committed to working with young children and families and be able to work effectively as part of a small team.

About the Mowbray Education Trust

The Mowbray Education Trust (MET) is a family of schools dedicated to providing children with a first-class education. Based in Leicestershire and reaching far beyond, our settings support pupils throughout their education journey, providing them with the skills and knowledge to thrive and make a positive impact on society.

Our Senior Leadership Team work collaboratively across the Trust to enhance each school, whilst allowing them to keep their own sense of individuality.

Mowbray Education Trust Vision and Values

Children First: educating today, inspiring tomorrow.

We are an inclusive community where every child thrives, every voice matters, and together we shape a kind, ambitious, and resilient future.

Inclusivity

• We are an inclusive and inspiring community where every child thrives, ambitions are nurtured, and resilience is celebrated.

Aspiration

• Educating today, empowering tomorrow - a community where every voice matters and every child reaches its full potential.

Collaboration

• Together, we build a kind, ambitious, and resilient community where every learner is valued and supported.

Our Trust Employee Benefits

• High quality continuous professional development throughout the year
• Career progression opportunities within the Trust
• Occupational sick pay, maternity, and paternity pay
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free eye care tests
• On-site parking (JFC/IVES/BR/SRD/GRV)
• Employee wellbeing schemes
• Accessible central services including HR, finance, and IT.
• A minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Salary: Grade 4, LCC05 - LCC06: £15,885.12 - £16,005.98 (FTE £25,629 - £25,824)

Closing date: Midday, Thursday 8th October 2026

Interview date: TBC

Start date: October/November 2026

(We may interview suitable candidates before this date, so early enquiries/applications are encouraged)

Mowbray Education Trust reserves the right to close adverts early if sufficient applications are received.

Mowbray Education Trust embraces and welcomes diversity and equality.

Mowbray Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its pupils and expects all those working within the Trust to share this commitment. All roles are subject to full pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an Enhanced DBS with Barred List check.

Mowbray Education Trust ~ Children first