St Nicholas’ School is a thriving, forward-looking independent day school for girls aged 3–16 and boys aged 3–7. Set within 30 glorious acres of Hampshire countryside, the school enjoys modern, well-resourced classrooms, small classes and excellent academic results. Pupils at St Nicholas’ School are highly motivated and keen to learn.
Our warm and welcoming nursery is our ‘home away from home’. Children learn in a warm, safe and exciting environment, and they are encouraged to develop in confidence by taking risks with their learning, increasing their self-belief, and developing their independence through a better understanding of their skills and abilities. Learning in our nursery is approached through a play-based curriculum, nurturing each and every child to ensure they develop into happy learners.
Our nursery seeks to appoint a suitably qualified (minimum NVQ Level 3) and experienced EFYS practitioner who will play a key role in providing high-quality care and education. The hours of work are Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 4.00pm, term-time only.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver excellent care and education to children aged 3–5 years
- Plan and implement activities in line with EYFS requirements
- Foster positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
- Maintain accurate reports and observations of children’s progress and well-being
- Ensure health and safety requirements are met
Qualifications and requirements
- Level 3 Early Years Educator qualification
- Previous experience working as a nursery practitioner
- Thorough understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Passion for creating a supportive and enriching learning environment
We offer:
- A friendly and supportive team
- Well-resourced facilities
- A professionally stimulating and collaborative working environment
- A commitment to professional development
- Generous holiday provision
- Free on-site parking and lunch during term time
- Contributory pension scheme
- School fee reduction
The school welcomes applications from early career teachers (ECTs). As an ECT at St Nicholas’ School, in addition to receiving weekly mentoring from a subject mentor, a member of the senior leadership team will also support your development and well-being. You will attend our bespoke professional studies programme to develop your pedagogy and ensure you make rapid progress towards meeting all of the teaching standards.
The above post provides an excellent opportunity to work in a high-quality environment and to become part of a highly motivated and visionary staff.
We welcome applications from both the independent and state sectors. This is an exciting and rewarding position in a GSA School.
For further information and to apply, please visit our website via the Apply button.
Closing date: 17 April 2026.
We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the vacancy when a suitable candidate has been appointed. Therefore, early applications are recommended to avoid disappointment.
The School is an equal opportunities employer.
The School and its staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The School is registered with the DBS, and successful applicants will be required to complete successfully the Disclosure procedure at the Enhanced level. It is an offence for any person barred from working with children to apply for this post.
All applicants will be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form. Please note that you are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are ‘protected’, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If you have a conviction and are not sure whether it is ‘protected’, please visit Gov.uk.
