Nursery School Key Worker

Cheltenham College Prep School is looking for an inspiring and enthusiastic Key Worker to join our Nursery School from September 2026 onwards.

The Key Worker will be responsible to the Head of Pre-Prep for the provision of a variety of activities for a group of children in the Nursery School whilst maintaining the care and safety of our youngest learners.

Pre-Prep provides a vibrant and inspirational start to life at Cheltenham Prep. Occupying self-contained buildings at the heart of the school campus and staffed by specialist Early Years and Key Stage 1 teachers, our aim is to provide a joyful environment in which children can thrive to reach their potential.

Candidates must have a breadth of experience working in EYFS Nursery and/or School settings and should be qualified at Level 3 NVQ or higher.

The successful candidate will be a superb communicator and team player. They will be good organisers with the ability to prioritise workloads. They will bring joy and laughter into the Nursery School and happily work together as part of our brilliant team.

Salary on College Scale depending on experience.

Hours are currently full time for 38 weeks per year.

How to Apply

To apply, please click here to complete an application form. A covering letter can be uploaded within the application as a document, or written directly into the application form.

Closing date: Sunday, 17 May 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 18 May 2026

Cheltenham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its recruitment and selection of job applicants and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from suitably qualified individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships. We encourage all candidates to ensure that College is aware of your particular requirements should you be invited to interview.

Candidates must have a breadth of experience working in EYFS Nursery and/or School settings and should be qualified at Level 3 NVQ or higher.

The successful candidate will be a superb communicator and team player. They will be good organisers with the ability to prioritise workloads. They will bring joy and laughter into the Nursery School and happily work together as part of our brilliant team.