Preschool Practitioners
Closing in 12 days (23 March 2026 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: Grade 15, point 3, £12.85 per hour (pay award pending)
Employer: Countess Gytha Primary School
Location: Queen Camel (Yeovil) , Somerset, BA22 7FF
Contract type: Fixed term, Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 23 March 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
Starting salary: Grade 15, point 3
£12.85 per hour (pay award pending)
Local Government Pension Scheme
Position 1 – Monday to Friday, 9.00am – 3.30pm, Term-time only
Position 2 – Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9.00am – 1.30pm, Term-time only
Fixed term contract until 31 August in the first instance
What will I be doing?
You will be working in our Preschool with a key group of children to encourage and support all aspects of the children’s development with regards to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and to observe, record, plan and assess learning that has taken place in the child’s individual learning journey. You will also be required to undertake duties associated with the day-to-day operation of the Preschool.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
This would suit an enthusiastic, energetic and caring person who enjoys working within a small team. The ideal candidate will have Childcare level 2 as a minimum along with experience of supporting and motivating 2–4 year-old children in a positive learning environment as well as working on a 1-1 basis when necessary. There may also be an opportunity for additional hours within our wrap around care department if this is of interest.
DBS check
DBS check required.
Supporting documents and information
Please apply in writing by completing the application form available on the school website.
Completed application forms and a covering letter should be submitted to: Wendy Flagg, Preschool Manager, Countess Gytha Preschool, Or emailed to office@countessgytha.ppat365.org
Application Deadline: Monday 23 March 2026
PPAT Education reserves the right to remove a vacancy before the closing date.
Due to the volume of applications received if you have not heard from the school by 2 April unfortunately you have not been successful in securing an interview.
Visits to the Preschool or any queries regarding the role are welcome; please telephone the Preschool directly on 01935 850564 to make an appointment.
Preston Primary Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.