Level 3 Preschool Practitioner - East Claydon Church of England school
Location: East Claydon
Overview
East Claydon CE school and preschool are looking for a part time Level 3 Preschool Practitioner who will play a vital role in shaping early childhood experiences, ensuring children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn. This is a hands-on, rewarding position that requires both professional knowledge and a genuine passion for working with young children. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality early years education and care, supporting children’s development, and working closely with families and colleagues to create a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
The hours are Monday & Tuesday. 8am-5.30pm term time only.
**This role also includes school wrap around care service once the preschool closes at 3pm. From 3.15pm you will be expected to join our wrap around care assistants until 5.30pm. The activities for this is organised by our playleader.**
Term time only
Salary type: Bucks Pay
Salary Details: Range 2 FTE: £25,625-£27,770 Dependent on experience
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: Part-time
Closing date: 15/12/2025
Interviews to be held: As applications received
About us
At East Claydon School, we are committed to working together to provide a high quality education based upon a set of shared values. We have chosen the values of: Kindness, Collaborative, Joy & Courage.
Website: www.eastclaydon.org.uk
About the role
Key Purpose of the Role:
-Provide inclusive play and learning opportunities for children aged 0–5 years.
-Implement the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, ensuring activities meet children’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual needs.
-Maintain a safe and stimulating environment that encourages curiosity, independence, and positive relationships.
Main Duties & Responsibilities:
-Curriculum delivery: Plan, prepare, and deliver age-appropriate activities aligned with EYFS.
-Observation & assessment: Keep accurate records of children’s progress, development, and learning outcomes.
-Safeguarding: Ensure children’s welfare and safety at all times, following statutory requirements.
-Partnership with parents/carers: Communicate effectively, share progress, and involve families in their child’s learning journey.
-Team collaboration: Work alongside other practitioners, managers, and external agencies to support children’s holistic development.
-Environment management: Set up and tidy learning spaces, check equipment for safety, and maintain cleanliness
About you
Level 3 Childcare Qualification or equivalent
Strong knowledge of child development and EYFS framework.
Excellent communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues.
Creativity and adaptability in planning engaging activities.
Patience, empathy, and professionalism in supporting diverse needs.
Organizational skills for managing records, schedules, and resources
Other information
Visits to the school are warmly welcome. To arrange a visit or to find out more about the role, please contact our school business manager- Sophie Fox on the number below. Please send completed application forms to the email address below.
Tel No: 01296 712765
Email: [email protected]
At East Claydon School, the health, safety and well-being of every child are our paramount concern. We listen to our pupils and take seriously what they tell us. Our aim is for children to enjoy their time as pupils in this school. We want to work in partnership with you to help your child achieve their full potential and make a positive contribution.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:
- All unspent cautions and convictions cautions
- All adult cautions and spent convictions that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2020). For further information on filtering please refer to Nacro guidance, the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) guidance or Ministry of Justice (MOJ) guidance (see, in particular, the section titled ‘Exceptions Order’).
It is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. All shortlisted applicants will be required to complete self-disclosure form and return prior to interview.
