Early Years Practitioner

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Early Years Practitioner – Level 3 (Room Lead / Senior Practitioner Opportunity)

Weston Green School – Thames Ditton, Surrey

Full-time or part-time 8am-6pm | 48 weeks per year

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An opportunity for experienced Level 3 practitioners

We are seeking skilled and experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join our exceptional Little Prep team at Weston Green School.

This role is ideal for someone who is confident in their practice and ready to take on responsibility within a room, while being supported by a strong leadership structure and a collaborative team.

We are open to flexible working arrangements, including part-time hours and compressed working patterns.

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Why this role is different

At Weston Green, we have designed our Little Prep staffing to genuinely support high-quality practice.

You will benefit from:

A supernumerary Nursery Manager who is available to support staff and children

A Deputy who works across the setting, providing support and break cover

Additional staff available during the busiest parts of the day

A structure that ensures you are not left isolated in a room

This allows our Level 3 practitioners to focus on what matters most:

👉 quality interactions, strong relationships, and excellent provision

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About our setting

Weston Green School is a thriving, independent preparatory school in Thames Ditton, Surrey.

Our Little Prep department includes:

Ruby Class (2–3 years)

Jade Class (3–4 years)

Pearl Class (3–4 years)

We offer a rich, play-based curriculum where children develop confidence, independence and a genuine love of learning.

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The role

As a Level 3 practitioner, you will:

Take a key role within a room, supporting high-quality teaching and care

Contribute to planning, assessment and curriculum delivery

Support and guide less experienced staff where appropriate

Build strong relationships with children and families

Maintain high standards of safeguarding, care and learning

Contribute to the wider life of the school

There is scope within this role for room leadership responsibilities for the right candidate.

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48-week contract

38 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Including 4 weeks during school closures

Plus additional leave of your choosing

Lunch provided daily by the school

Flexible working options, including part-time and 4-day working patterns

Free holiday club

A genuinely supportive and collaborative team

Excellent CPD and progression opportunities

(including pathways into leadership or teaching)

Pension scheme

Competitive salary dependent on experience

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About you

We are looking for someone who:

Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification

Has strong experience in an Early Years setting

Demonstrates confident, high-quality practice

Has a secure understanding of the EYFS framework

Is reflective, proactive and committed to continuous improvement

Works well as part of a team and can support others

Brings energy, warmth and professionalism to the role

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Why join Weston Green School?

This is a setting where:

staffing is structured to support you properly

leadership is visible and available

expectations are high, but you are not left to manage alone

your professional development is actively encouraged

We are committed to creating an environment where both children and staff thrive.

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How to apply

We warmly encourage visits to the school.

To find out more or arrange a visit, please contact the school office.

Safeguarding Statement

Weston Green School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We actively support the Government's Prevent Agenda to counter radicalism and extremism. We have a number of policies and procedures in place that contribute to our safeguarding commitment, including our Child Protection Policy which can be viewed in the Policies section of our website.