Current jobs related to Pre-school Practitioner - Wantage, Oxfordshire - The hendreds preschool


  • Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    About Our NurseryBusy Bees Day Nursery and Preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of Good. Our warm and friendly team is excited to welcome a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to assist in giving our children the best start in life.We are located next to the Ford garage, formerly St Andrews Preparatory School, and offer a...


  • Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    About Our NurseryBusy Bees Day Nursery and Preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of Good. Our warm and friendly team is excited to welcome a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to assist in giving our children the best start in life.We are located next to the Ford garage, formerly St Andrews Preparatory School, and offer a...


  • Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    About Our NurseryBusy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of Good. Our warm and friendly team looks forward to welcoming a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.We are a purpose-built nursery with a homely feel, located next to the Ford garage, formerly...


  • Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    About Our NurseryBusy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of Good. Our warm and friendly team looks forward to welcoming a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.We are a purpose-built nursery with a homely feel, located next to the Ford garage, formerly...


  • Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    About Our NurseryBusy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of Good. Our warm and friendly team looks forward to welcoming a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.We are a purpose-built nursery with a homely feel, located near a Ford garage and formerly St...


  • Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    About Our NurseryBusy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of Good. Our warm and friendly team looks forward to welcoming a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.We are a purpose-built nursery with a homely feel, located near a Ford garage and formerly St...

  • Early Years Educator

    3 weeks ago


    Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    About Our NurseryBusy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of Good. Our warm and friendly team looks forward to welcoming a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.We are a purpose-built nursery with a homely feel, located next to the Ford garage, formerly...

  • Early Years Educator

    3 weeks ago


    Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    About Our NurseryBusy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold an Ofsted rating of Good. Our warm and friendly team looks forward to welcoming a new Level 3 Nursery Practitioner, assisting them in giving our children the best start in life.We are a purpose-built nursery with a homely feel, located next to the Ford garage, formerly...

  • Nursery Teacher

    1 day ago


    Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Nursery Teacher OpportunityWe are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics Ltd. As a key member of our education team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality teaching and care to our EYFS students.Key Responsibilities:Deliver engaging and effective teaching to prepare children for school...

  • Nursery Teacher

    2 days ago


    Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Nursery Teacher OpportunityWe are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics Ltd. As a key member of our education team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality teaching and care to our EYFS students.Key Responsibilities:Deliver engaging and effective teaching to prepare children for school...


  • Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Academics Full time

    Nursery Teacher - Wantage We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics. As a Nursery Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the educational journey of our young students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Early Years education, with a focus on delivering high-quality teaching that prepares...


  • Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Academics Full time

    Nursery Teacher - Wantage We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics. As a Nursery Teacher, you will play a vital role in shaping the educational journey of our young students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Early Years education, with a focus on delivering high-quality teaching that prepares...


  • Wantage, United Kingdom The hendreds preschool Full time

    The Hendreds Preschool is a small, friendly, village preschool, taking children from 2 - 4 years old during term time. The team consists of 4 other members of staff who are highly motivated, qualified, experienced and dedicated to providing the highest standard of care. We provide the children with fun and stimulating activities and environment and recognise...


  • Wantage, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    Job Summary Do you want to see personal growth opportunities beyond where you are now and well into your future? Busy Bees have assisted thousands of colleagues achieve just that. About our Nursery Busy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold Ofsted rating Good. The warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming...

  • Nursery Teacher

    2 weeks ago


    Wantage, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics Ltd. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality education and care to our EYFS students.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement engaging lesson plans to prepare children for school readiness.Evaluate individual...

  • Nursery Teacher

    2 weeks ago


    Wantage, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics Ltd. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality education and care to our EYFS students.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement engaging lesson plans to prepare children for school readiness.Evaluate individual...

  • Nursery Teacher

    2 weeks ago


    Wantage, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Nursery Teacher - Wantage ASAP or January start Remember all the lyrics the popular nursery rhymes? A local Wantage based Nursery needs you! Seeking a Nursery Teacher - Wantage to start in the team. Start dates can be flexible for a January start. The Nursery is a positive envirnment to nurture the EYFS students, hitting their milestones and development...

  • Nursery Teacher

    3 days ago


    Wantage, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Nursery Teacher - Wantage ASAP or January start Remember all the lyrics the popular nursery rhymes? A local Wantage based Nursery needs you! Seeking a Nursery Teacher - Wantage to start in the team. Start dates can be flexible for a January start. The Nursery is a positive envirnment to nurture the EYFS students, hitting their milestones and development...

  • Nursery Teacher

    2 days ago


    Wantage, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    Nursery Teacher - WantageASAP or January startRemember all the lyrics the popular nursery rhymes?A local Wantage based Nursery needs you! Seeking a Nursery Teacher - Wantage to start in the team. Start dates can be flexible for a January start. The Nursery is a positive envirnment to nurture the EYFS students, hitting their milestones and development plans....

  • Nursery Teacher

    2 days ago


    Wantage, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics Ltd. As a key member of our nursery staff, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality education and care to our EYFS students.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement engaging EYFS activities to promote learning and development.Evaluate individual...

  • Nursery Teacher

    3 days ago


    Wantage, United Kingdom Academics Ltd Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics Ltd. As a key member of our nursery staff, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality education and care to our EYFS students.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement engaging EYFS activities to promote learning and development.Evaluate individual...

  • Nursery Teacher

    19 hours ago


    Wantage, United Kingdom Academics Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics. As a Nursery Teacher, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality education and care to our EYFS students, preparing them for school and beyond.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver engaging and interactive teaching to EYFS children, promoting their social,...

  • Nursery Teacher

    15 hours ago


    Wantage, United Kingdom Academics Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Teacher to join our team at Academics. As a Nursery Teacher, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality education and care to our EYFS students, preparing them for school and beyond.Key ResponsibilitiesDeliver engaging and interactive teaching to EYFS children, promoting their social,...


  • Wantage, United Kingdom Busy Bees Nurseries Full time

    Job Summary Do you want to see personal growth opportunities beyond where you are now and well into your future? Busy Bees have assisted thousands of colleagues achieve just that. About our Nursery Busy Bees Day Nursery and preschool at Oxford Rockwell are proud to hold Ofsted rating good. The warm and friendly team look forward to welcoming...


  • wantage, United Kingdom Outcomes First Group Full time

    Does working 4 days a week but with FULL pay sound like a dream?!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!Job Title:         Occupational TherapistLocation:         Newbarn School and residential homes, Berkshire Salary:             Up to £50,000 (pro rata, dependent on...


  • Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Outcomes First Group Full time €50,000

    Does working 4 days a week but with FULL pay sound like a dream?!*  It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Occupational Therapist Location: Newbarn School and residential homes, Berkshire  Salary: Up to £50,000 (pro rata, dependent on experience)  Hours: 37.5 hours per week,...

Pre-school Practitioner

3 months ago


Wantage, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom The hendreds preschool Full time
The Hendreds Preschool is a small, friendly, village preschool, taking children from - 4 years old during term time.

The team consists of 4 other members of staff who are highly motivated, qualified, experienced and dedicated to providing the highest standard of care.

We provide the children with fun and stimulating activities and environment and recognise and respond to the individual required needs for staff and children.


The Pre-School is popular and well supported by both parents and the committee with the children forming strong bonds with staff and other children.

We are now looking to expand the team in order to support and allow the children in our care to thrive.

The Role


The main roles and responsibilities will be to work as part of the Pre-School team and as a key person to children under the direction of the Manager; to provide safe, high quality education and care for young children that meets the individual needs of children attending the setting during Pre-School sessions (including outdoor learning sessions) as required; to ensure that policies are implemented under the direction of the Management Committee.


We pride ourselves on having strong, passionate and innovative staff and are looking for another member of the team to bring their own skills, experience and ideas; who is passionate about providing excellent childcare.

Essential criteria

  • Willingness to learn and a commitment to further training.
  • Previous experience of working with young children.
  • Sound knowledge of child development from birth to five years.
  • Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
  • Knowledge of child protection procedures.
  • Good communication skills.
  • An understanding of play-based approaches to children's learning and development.
  • Commitment to equal opportunities.
  • Commitment to working effectively with young children and their families.
  • Friendly and flexible approach at work that facilitates the development of effective relationships.
  • Happy to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Willingness to undertake training.
Desirable criteria

  • Minimum Level 3 early years education and childcare qualification or equivalent.
  • Current paediatric First Aid at Work qualification.
  • Experience of SEND and working with children with SEN.
  • Experience of online learning journals, e.g. Tapestry.
We can offer a highly supportive team of staff and ongoing personal CPD.

Responsibilities include:

  • To assist with the planning of sessions and ensure that the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) are met.
  • To help to set up the playroom and tidy away at the end of the session.
  • To act as a key worker to a group of children, ensuring each child's needs are recognised and met, liaising closely and building an effective relationship with parents/carers (including holding parent/teacher interviews with parents).
  • To work in partnership with parents/carers and other family members.
  • To observe, assess and record each child's progress.
  • To advise the Pre-School Manager of any concerns, e.g. over children, parents or the safety of equipment, ensuring confidentiality as necessary.
  • To teach children, offering an appropriate level of support and stimulating play experiences.
  • To ensure that children are kept safe and that you understand when to follow child protection procedures.
  • To actively participate at team, supervisory and appraisal meetings.
  • To take part in fundraising events, outings or visits.
  • To attend training courses as required and take responsibility for your own development.
  • To keep any information regarding the children, their families or other staff, which is learned as part of the job, completely confidential.
  • To be aware of and adhere to all the setting's operational policies and procedures, e.g. health and safety, fire precautions, dropping off and collection of children, food safety, cleanliness of the setting etc.
  • To assist with the maintenance of records, e.g. daily attendance register, accident and incident book, collection book and other administration.
  • To assist with safety procedures and fire drills when practised.
  • To hold a current First Aid Certificate.
  • To assist in the setting up and packing away of outdoor learning including the carrying of kit to and from the site.
  • To supervise and manage children safely in both an indoor and outdoor environment.
  • To adhere to the recommendations of the Manager regarding the facilitation of outdoor learning.
  • Create a friendly, safe and happy environment for children, staff and parents.
  • To promote Hendreds Pre-School to current parents and potential customers.
The committee is conscious the role requires administration.

Time is accordingly allocated within the working week to allow each member of staff sufficient time away from the children to carry out the necessary administration.

To do