Nursery Practitioner
1 week ago
Nursery Practitioner
Part Time 25.5 hours Monday – Wednesday. 8.15am–4.45pm
£18,079 (FTE £28,360) plus a competitive benefits package
We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, dedicated, and motivated Nursery Practitioner to join us during an exciting time of development at our beautiful rural nursery. We are an incredibly friendly and committed team, working in a unique setting with stunning outdoor space and brand new adjoining Early Years Forest school site – Little Meadow.
We aim to create a magical and nurturing environment, that's full of fun and variety. From music and movement, yoga and sing and sign sessions with our performing arts specialist, sports and games with our PE teachers, and farm and forest school sessions with our dedicated and passionate outdoor learning team, the curriculum at King Edward VI Nursery presents something special for both our children and the nursery staff alike.
King Edward VI Preparatory School is a thriving and happy co-ed independent school for pupils from age 2 to 11, and is the feeder school to King Edward VI, Southampton. The school occupies its own spacious 22-acre site on the outskirts of Romsey and enjoys the many benefits of being part of a through school, whilst retaining a unique identity as a rural nursery and prep school with a nurturing, family feel. It is a fantastic place to work with a warm, supportive and happy atmosphere and highly qualified and dedicated staff. We aim to be a beacon of inclusivity, where every pupil and staff member is empowered to achieve their full potential. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in all areas of our Community and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates.
The successful candidate will have experience of working in an Early Years environment and have good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. Having a full and relevant NVQ Level 2, 3 or equivalent qualification in childcare is preferable but not essential.
We offer a range of benefits including: competitive contributory pension scheme; generous annual leave of 31 days, rising to 36 days with service; reduction in school fees at King Edward VI Prep and Senior; free lunch, refreshments and onsite parking; Health Cash Plan; Christmas shutdown; three INSET days each year to facilitate high quality training opportunities.
A full job description and application form are available at or contact HR at or
Closing Date for Applications: The final date for applications is 9am Monday 24 November 2025.
The School will look to interview suitable candidates as applications are received so interested applicants are encouraged to submit a CV as soon as possible. We welcome visits to the nursery or informal conversations prior to applying.
If you are shortlisted for interview you will be required to complete the School's application form.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and past employers.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £18,079.00 per year
Expected hours: 25.5 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
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