Early Years Practitioner
Christian Malford CofE Primary School · Chippenham · Wiltshire
Job description
We are seeking to appoint a caring, enthusiastic and committed Early Years Practitioner to join our friendly team at Acorns Preschool, part of Christian Malford CofE Primary School. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a small, nurturing rural school where every child is known, valued and supported to flourish.
Working alongside a small, dedicated team of three staff, you will play a key role in providing high-quality early years provision for our youngest learners. You will help to create a warm, stimulating and inclusive environment where children feel safe, happy and inspired to learn through play and exploration.
The successful candidate will:
- Have a genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development
- Be creative, proactive and able to contribute ideas to enhance learning experiences
- Work effectively as part of a small, collaborative team
- Demonstrate a positive, flexible approach and a commitment to the ethos of our school
This role offers the chance to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking school community, where strong relationships with children, families and staff are at the heart of everything we do. As part of our preschool team, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference in children’s early learning journey, laying the foundations for their future success.
For further details about the role please contact us using the details below.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.
We are part of the Blue Kite Academy Trust, a growing family of primary schools based in Swindon and Wiltshire, who offer excellent CPD and career opportunities, a competitive salary with scope for progression, a commitment to nationally agreed pay and terms, an excellent pension scheme and free staff health and well-being support.
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About this school
Christian Malford CofE Primary School
Academy converter · Primary · Ages 2–11
- Pupils
- 52
- Avg teacher salary
- £40,603
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 22.8:1
- Academy trust
- THE BLUE KITE ACADEMY TRUST
Average (mean) teacher salary · DfE School Workforce Census 2024/25
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Not rated= no current Ofsted judgement — typically a new school, a recently-converted academy not yet inspected, or a school type Ofsted doesn’t grade.
Location
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Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 4BW
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- Salary
- £24,926.00 Annually (FTE) Grade J2
- Contract
- Permanent
- Working pattern
- Full time
- Posted
- 10 June 2026
- Closing date
- 26 June 2026
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