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Nursery Practitioner - Maternity Cover

Employer
Westonbirt School
Location
Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Hours
Full Time
Salary
£27,560.00 - £29,016.00 pa / £13.25 - £13.95 ph
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
Expires
9th December 2026 11:59 AM
Contract Type
Fixed term contract
Job ID
1582717
Start Date
As Soon As Possible
  • Contract Type :Fixed term contract
  • Contract Length: 12 months
  • Job ID: 1582717

Are 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, Friday

A job share would be considered.

Salary: £27,560.00 - £29,016.00 pa / £13.25 - £13.95 ph FTE based on skills and experience 

Benefits:

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.

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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. 

Westonbirt School

Westonbirt School

Part of Wishford Education

Wishford Education