Early Years Practitioner

Job description

Job description:

Early Years Practitioner | Permanent, Year-Round Role

Little Robins Nursery (At Sunninghill Prep School)

Salary: Up to £30,051 DOE (FTE – pro rata for part‑time hours)

Opening Hours: 8am to 6pm, Mon–Fri

Location: Dorset (DT1)

Website: https://sunninghillprep.co.uk/

* Now Offering 4‑Day‑Per‑Week Contracts! *

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging activities
• Observe and track children’s development
• Build strong relationships with families
• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming setting

What You Need

• Level 2+ Early Years qualification (DfE‑approved)
• Nursery/childcare experience
• Strong EYFS and safeguarding knowledge
• A caring, positive approach

What We Offer

• Competitive pay + annual reviews
• Discounted childcare & free lunch
• Generous holiday allowance
• Health & wellbeing support
• Ongoing training & career progression
• Friendly, inclusive team

For more information please contact Danielle on 07542 605096 or danielle.james@inspiredlearninggroup.co.uk

Safeguarding

Sunninghill Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children & young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, as all new staff will be subject to enhanced DBS clearance, identity checks, qualification checks and employment checks to include an exploration of any gaps within employment, two satisfactory references and registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if suitable candidates apply. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dorchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

13-07-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English