Level 3 Early Years Practitioner – April 2026

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Early Years Practitioner to join our team. The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification and bring enthusiasm, positivity, and a genuine commitment to Early Years education, with children’s wellbeing, development, and progress at the heart of everything they do.

You will be a supportive and reliable team player, working closely and collaboratively with the class teacher to plan and enhance engaging learning experiences. A strong love of the outdoors is essential, as the role is significantly based outside, supporting children’s learning through exploration, play, and purposeful provision. The successful candidate will take pride in caring for and developing our outdoor learning environment and feel confident delivering high-quality learning in all weathers.

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

LSA Applicant pack April 2026

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner April 2026 – Job description

Closing date: Thursday 5th February 2026

Interviews: week commencing Monday 9th February 2026

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