Early Years Education / Childcare Practitioner

Join the Marden Pre-school Team

Early Years Educator Vacancy

Are you kind, enthusiastic and passionate about helping young children learn, grow and shine?

We are excited to welcome a caring and reliable Early Years Practitioner to our friendly team at Marden Pre-school. This is a wonderful opportunity to join a warm, community-focused setting where every child is valued and staff are supported to develop, share ideas and make a genuine difference.

About the role

You will help to provide a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment in which children can explore, build confidence and develop through purposeful play. You will work closely with colleagues and families, follow the EYFS statutory framework and contribute positively to the daily life of the pre-school.

We would love to hear from you if you:

• Are warm, patient, dependable and enthusiastic
• Enjoy supporting children’s individual interests, learning and development
• Understand the importance of safeguarding, professional boundaries and confidentiality
• Work well as part of a supportive team
• Communicate confidently and respectfully with children, families and colleagues
• Are committed to ongoing training and reflective practice

Applications are welcomed from qualified Level 2 or Level 3 practitioners. We would also be pleased to hear from suitable applicants interested in an early years apprenticeship or training pathway.

What we can offer

• A welcoming and supportive team
• A caring, well-resourced learning environment
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunities to contribute ideas and develop within the setting
• Predictable working arrangements and a positive community atmosphere
• [Add any agreed benefits, such as term-time working, free uniform or a wellbeing day]

Role details

Location: Marden Pre-school, Herefordshire
Hours and days: TBC
Pay: £13.00- £13.50
Contract: (permanent, bank or maternity)
Closing date: 09/10/2026
Proposed start date: ASAP

Safeguarding and safer recruitment

Marden Pre-school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff are expected to share this commitment and follow the setting’s safeguarding policies and procedures.

The successful applicant will be subject to a robust safer-recruitment process. This will include an application form, scrutiny of employment history, an interview that explores safeguarding knowledge and suitability, identity and qualification checks, satisfactory references, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and any other checks required for the role. Applicants will be asked to explain any gaps or discrepancies in their employment history. Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of all required suitability checks.

Apply today

For an informal conversation or an application pack, please contact Paula Barrett at mardenpreschool15@outlook.com  07985576230 Please tell us about your experience, qualifications, availability and why you would love to join Marden Pre-school.

Bring your enthusiasm, ideas and caring approach—and help our children have the very best start

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