Preschool Early Years Practitioner – to commence 26th May 2026

Full time – 7:45am-4:15pm Monday-Friday, term time only, plus 5 INSET days

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our nurturing Pre-School team at Widford Lodge School. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with a strong interest in Early Years education who is keen to develop their experience within a caring, stimulating and child-centred environment.

The successful candidate will support the Early Years team in delivering high-quality education in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the ethos and values of Widford Lodge School, and all relevant safeguarding and welfare requirements. This role would particularly suit someone considering a long-term career in Early Years education.

Widford Lodge is a unique and special learning environment. We have been inspiring a love of learning in pupils between the ages of 2 ½ and 11 for over 90 years. Today we are proud to provide a caring, inclusive and diverse environment for our school community, offering a broad and balanced academic curriculum in a stimulating setting full of opportunities in which children can thrive. We are a supportive and caring team, working in a collaborative environment. We can offer you an attractive rate of pay, on-site parking and high-quality free lunches.

How to apply

We welcome visits to the school – please contact us on 01245 352581 to arrange a visit.

Any application must be made using our application form below and emailed to Carly Moore at: headteacherpa@widfordlodge.co.uk

Application form 2026

Preschool Early Years Practitioner – Applicant pack

Preschool – Early Years Practitioner – Job advert

Closing date: Midday on 16th April 2026

Interviews: Thursday 23rd April 2026

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Skilled 1:1 Learning Support Assistant – to commence June 2026

Part time – 8:15am-12 noon Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings, term time only, plus 5 INSET days

We are looking for a friendly, caring person to join our team as a skilled 1:1 Learning Support Assistant, to start in June 2026 or as soon as possible thereafter.

We are seeking a caring, experienced and enthusiastic 1:1 Learning Support Assistant to support a child in Preschool on a one-to-one basis. This role will involve working closely with the child’s key worker, the preschool staff, SENCO and wider staff team to help the pupil access learning, develop confidence and thrive within our school environment.

The position is initially on a fixed term contract from June 2026 to July 27, working Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings, plus five inset days; the hours are 8:15am to 12noon, we would be aiming to increase hours as and when the child stays for full days.

Widford Lodge is a unique and special learning environment. We have been inspiring a love of learning in pupils between the ages of 2 ½ and 11 for over 90 years. Today we are proud to provide a caring, inclusive and diverse environment for our school community, offering a broad and balanced academic curriculum in a stimulating setting full of opportunities in which children can thrive. We are a supportive and caring team, working in a collaborative environment. We can offer you an attractive rate of pay, on-site parking and high-quality free lunches.

How to apply

We welcome visits to the school – please contact us on 01245 352581 to arrange a visit.

Any application must be made using our application form below and emailed to Carly Moore at: headteacherpa@widfordlodge.co.uk

Application form 2026

121 Learning Support Assistant Job Advert – March 26

Closing date: 27th April 2026

Interviews: morning of Tuesday 5th May 2026

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