Early Years Practitioner / Early Years Educator - 33.25 hours per week, term time only
Permanent, Term Time
Working hours:
Term time only. 33.25 hours per week
Monday - Friday 8.45am - 3.30pm
Minimum of Level 3 Early Years Recognised Qualification Required
St Martin's Pre-School is an independent, charity run pre-school based on a primary school site in Epsom. We occupy modern, purpose-built premises with direct access to a wonderful secure garden area. We offer sessional care during term-time. We are open for 38 weeks of the year and provide care and education for children aged 2 - 4 years. The Pre-School were delighted to achieve a 'good' rating during our last Ofsted inspection in July 2025.
We currently have a permanent vacancy for an exceptional, fully qualified level 3 early years practitioner. Previous experience working with children in a nursery or similar setting is essential.
We can offer:
A friendly, professional, supportive team, in which your contribution will be valued and appreciated.
Regular opportunities to take part in continued professional development.
Regular supervision meetings and appraisals with your manager.
Fantastic indoor and outdoor facilities.
A fabulous community of children and families.
Minimal paperwork requirements, we believe the most important work you do is directly with the children.
Paid overtime.
Expenses to cover the cost of your DBS and Update Service subscription costs.
We would ask you to:
Attend short weekly team meetings outside of your usual working hours (paid).
Be punctual, reliable, and trustworthy.
Be a team player, offering your support to the rest of the team when needed.
Act as a key person to a group of children and their families.
Care about making a positive difference, enabling the children in your care to flourish.
Maintain the high standards of care and education our children and families are used to.
Be flexible, adapting to the fast-paced nature of the work.
To sometimes work at short notice.
To have strong communication skills in English, both verbal and written.
Salaries are paid monthly by BACS.
Salary range 21,000 - 22,100 (actual salary) depending on qualifications and experience.
Applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. The vacancy is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.