Nursery Class Practitioner

Dulwich Prep London is an exciting place to work - with over 800 pupils, it is the largest boys’ prep school in the UK and is situated in one of the most beautiful parts of the world’s most cosmopolitan city. The school’s strength is its community: our staff, who are professional, passionate, and brilliantly collegiate (CPD is massively important); our pupils, who are inquisitive, challenging learners with a spring in their step, and our parents, who are hugely supportive, appreciative, and ambitious.

Having recently announced that we will extend our Early Years to open a provision for two year olds in September 2024, we are now excited to recruit inspiring, confident and committed individuals to work in our Two Year Old Room from Autumn Term 2024.

The Nursery Class Practitioners will be responsible for creating a caring, supportive, purposeful and stimulating environment in our Fledglings Class, and for enabling pupils to develop positive attitudes to learning, and for building strong and trusting relationships with both children and parents/carers.

We would welcome applicants who have experience of caring for and inspiring children, who demonstrate strong communication skills, and who possess an excellent knowledge and understanding of the EYFS curriculum and safeguarding procedures. A full and relevant level 2 or level 3 qualification is essential.

Dulwich Prep London offers excellent facilities and resources for its staff and pupils, as well as supportive and energised colleagues, a commitment to professional development and staff well-being opportunities and small class sizes.

Please read the Job Description and Application & Recruitment Process Explanatory Note below. A completed application form and equal opportunities form, along with a covering letter explaining your suitability for this role, should be sent to Tamsin Hutson, HR Manager, at recruitment@dulwichpreplondon.org

Closing Date: Thursday 25 April 2024, 12.00pm

Interview Date: Week Commencing 29 April 2024

Start Date: Autumn Term 2024

We reserve the right to appoint at any time during the recruitment process.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo checks with past employers, online checks and an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees are valued and respected for their unique perspectives and contributions. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply for this position.

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