Early Years Practitioner
Location: Moulsford on the Thames, Oxon, OX10 9HR
Job Type: Full Time, Fixed term: 5th January – 30th June 2026
Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm (5:30pm finish one day per week)
Closing date: 2nd November 2025
About Us: Moulsford is an independent preparatory school for 330 pupils, aged 3 to 13, situated on an idyllic 30‑acre site on the banks of the River Thames, near Wallingford in South Oxfordshire. The School recognises the importance of creating the right work/life balance, nurturing and developing staff, and creating a community.
About The Role
We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity to join our vibrant Pre‑School team, located in a stunning new, purpose‑designed building as part of our outstanding Prep School. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Early Years Practitioner to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children aged 3‑4 years, helping them to thrive and develop.
About You
* Minimum Level 6 Early Years qualification (or equivalent)
* A strong understanding of the EYFS framework
* Ability to create a warm, supportive, and engaging learning environment
Benefits
* Complimentary full gym membership for all employees at The Barn Fitness Club in Cholsey
* All employees are eligible to join a staff pension scheme
* In‑house catering provides complimentary, good‑quality, healthy, and balanced meals every day, catering for all diets and allergens
* Social events throughout the year with a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing and morale, supporting a healthy work/life balance
* Access to regular Continuing Professional Development
* Use of water‑sports facilities outside of school hours
Additional Information
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including submission of an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) certificate.
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Candidate Titles Considered
* Nursery Officer
* Nursery Nurse
* Child Carer
* Senior Nursery Nurse
* Childcare
* Childcare Assistant
* Nursery Assistant
* Pre‑School Childcare
* Early Years Educator
* Montessori
* Other Early Years Titles
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