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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Office Administrator – to commence 20th April 2026

Part time – 8 hours per week, term time only, plus 5 INSET days

We are seeking a friendly, organised and reliable Office Administrator to support the efficient and effective delivery of school administration as part of our busy office team, on a part time basis. This is a varied, hands-on role with a key focus on front office cover during peak morning times and the smooth running of school clubs (teacher-led and external).

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

Applicant pack Office Administrator 

Office administrator – Job advert

Closing date: Midday on Tuesday 17th March 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 25th March 2026

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