Job Description

Early Years Practitioner (Full-Time) - Help Shape Young Minds at Our Expanding Nursery!

Sunninghill Preparatory School - Dorchester, Dorset

Up to 28,000 per year

(Depending on experience/qualifications)
Full-Time | 40 hours/week | 52 Weeks/Year | Permanent Contract

Minimum Level 2 DfE-Approved Early Years Qualification

Be Part of Something Special

We're looking for an enthusiastic and nurturing Early Years Practitioner to join our growing nursery at Sunninghill Prep School. You'll play a vital role in shaping the earliest experiences of our children (from 6 months), helping them build confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

Set in the heart of Dorchester, our thriving co-educational prep school offers outstanding facilities, a supportive team, and beautiful surroundings near the Jurassic Coast. This is an exciting time to join us as we expand and develop our nursery provision.

Here's What We Offer:

Competitive salary with annual reviews Excellent opportunities for career progression Professional development and training pathways Discounted childcare fees Generous annual leave (including Bank Holidays), increasing with service Company pension scheme Health cash plan (covering dental, optical, therapy, GP access & more) Refer-a-friend bonus scheme (up to 750) Access to our Employee Assistance Programme A welcoming, supportive community that values creativity, individuality, and care

What You'll Be Doing:

As part of our passionate nursery team, you'll help create a warm, engaging environment where children thrive. Your daily responsibilities will include:

Planning and delivering exciting, play-based learning experiences Supporting each child's development in line with the EYFS framework Fostering strong relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues Creating a secure, stimulating environment using imagination and empathy Encouraging literacy, language, and numeracy skills through fun activities Monitoring and tracking progress to support future learning

You'll Need:

A full and relevant Level 2 Early Years qualification (DfE-approved)

A sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Creativity, patience, and a genuine love for early years education The ability to support children's pastoral and academic development A proactive and positive approach to working in a team

Safeguarding Statement

Sunninghill Preparatory school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Sunninghill Prep School will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not be on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the date advertised. Interviews will take place on a rolling basis, as applications are received.

Ready to Apply?

If you're a qualified Early Years Practitioner--or a recent graduate ready to begin your career--this is a fantastic opportunity to grow with us. Be part of a school that inspires children every day.

We can't wait to meet you!

INDHP

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to 28,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Childcare Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Discounted or free food Employee discount Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme Store discount
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Level 2 (or above) Early Years qualification (required)
Work Location: In person