Early Years Practitioner for Highfield Pre-School in Harrogate

Early Years Practitioner for Highfield Pre-School

Overview of Role

Highfield Pre-School, part of Harrogate Ladies College, is a leading independent nursery school for boys and girls (2- 4 years). Our Pre School is a unique and wonderful nursery school environment and is the perfect stepping stone from home to school.

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Early Years Practitioner to join our Pre-School team. The successful candidates will become part of an established, supportive team, working with children aged 2–4 years in a lovely setting. Please refer to the job description for full details of duties and responsibilities.

Hours: The core hours are worked across Mondays to Fridays during term-time, with additional hours during Holiday Club weeks throughout the year.

Monday: 7.30am – 1.00pm

Tuesday: 12.00pm – 6.00pm

Thursday: 12.00pm – 4.30pm

Friday: 8.45am – 4.30pm

Total Hours: 29 hours per week

Applicants should have a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification and be experienced in working in a similar environment. A good understanding and sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage is required.

For further details please see our job description below.

To apply for this role, please complete our application form, and return it by email to recruitment@hlc.org.uk .

Liz Pugh, HR Manager
Harrogate Ladies’ College
Clarence Drive
Harrogate
HG1 2QG

Closing date: 9.00am on Monday 26th January 2026

Harrogate Ladies’ College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. Please note that the successful applicant will not be able to start in School until all pre-employment checks have been completed satisfactorily. The school is an educational charity and equal opportunities employer.