Weston Green School Early Years / Nursery Practitioner An exciting opportunity for an Early Years / Nursery Practitioner to work in our wonderful, nurturing Pre Prep Early Years as part of our thriving preparatory school. We would consider part time and flexible hours arrangements too. This role would be a full year role as our Nursery and Kindergarten are open 48 weeks per year and would include 38 days holiday (including bank holidays). Do you have experience as a Nursery or Kindergarten Practitioner? Do you have enthusiasm, and energy to work as part of our supportive and friendly team in an inspiring school environment? Weston Green School is a 2 form entry independent school situated in Thames Ditton, Surrey. Our school is a special place where children grow and thrive to become independent and confident young people, who achieve exceptionally well, but also enjoy their experiences immensely and develop a life-long love of learning. Our Pre Prep offers both full day and half day sessions for children from age 2 to when they start school. Our EY’s Practitioner will work closely with the team in the delivery of a flexible, high-quality education and care to meet the needs of the children and their families and we are seeking to appoint an experienced and competent assistant to join our team who: Is an enthusiastic and dynamic member of our teamHas an excellent broad knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and how this can be applied.Can build excellent & positive relationships with both children and adultsHas the ability to work as part of a team under the direction of our Head of Pre Prep and Nursery Manager as well as being able to show initiative and lead practiceCan show a commitment to developing good relationships with; children, staff at the school, parents and outside agenciesHas high expectations and is friendly, hardworking and supportive and above all flexible!Can provide outstanding care and develop the education of children, using specialist knowledge and experience. Including undertaking tasks related to classroom and extra-curricular activities, the delivery of the designated and enriched curriculum, raising standards through continuous self-evaluation and providing high standards of supervision and pastoral carePreferably the post holder will be at least NVQ Level 3 EY Educator qualified or equivalent. The school can support onward training as part of its apprenticeship scheme.We can offer: A small, friendly two form entry school with a strong pastoral and community ethosA supportive, caring and inspiring teamChildren who are fun, and exciting to teachSmall class sizesExcellent development opportunitiesFree holiday clubPensionTraining (CPD/Apprenticeship/Route into teaching)Salary dependent on experience.We encourage visits to the school. If you would like to find out more or arrange a visit please contact the school office