Part of the Tormead family, Rydes Hill Pre‑Prep and Nursery is a nurturing, home-from-home school where children are carefully guided through each stage of their early development, supported to flourish both academically and personally. At the heart of learning at Rydes Hill are the Five Cs: Courage, Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, and Curiosity. These values are embedded in every lesson, equipping children with essential life skills that extend far beyond the classroom and into adulthood. Teachers carefully capture children’s interests and imagination, fostering confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
Early Years Practitioners
Required for October 2026 or as soon as possible
Full-time or Part-time, Permanent.
Part of the Tormead family, Rydes Hill Pre‑Prep and Nursery is a nurturing, home-from-home school where children are carefully guided through each stage of their early development, supported to flourish both academically and personally. At the heart of learning at Rydes Hill are the Five Cs: Courage, Collaboration, Communication, Creativity, and Curiosity. These values are embedded in every lesson, equipping children with essential life skills that extend far beyond the classroom and into adulthood. Teachers carefully capture children’s interests and imagination, fostering confidence, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
From September 2026, we are excited to be building upon the success of our current nursery classes by extending our provision to welcome babies from 6 months. We inspire imaginations, creating and nurturing capable, curious learners, preparing each child for a positive and happy transition to the next stage of their school journey. The Nursery operates for 48 weeks per year, from 7.30am to 6pm, in a bright, spacious, and inspirational learning environment with dedicated outside areas.
We are seeking enthusiastic, nurturing and highly motivated Early Years Practitioners to join our friendly team in delivering high-quality care, teaching and learning experiences for all children. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a vibrant and caring independent school community that values every child’s unique potential. The successful candidates will work closely with Room Leaders to support all aspects of nursery life, fostering a safe, stimulating, and nurturing learning environment to allow our pupils to thrive. Daily responsibilities include working in partnership with parents, carers and professionals to promote the well-being of the children, implementing the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum and acting as a Key Person for an allocated group of children.
Candidates will have a genuine love and passion for early years education, creating a sense of fun, joy and creativity for the children, ensuring a warm, happy home-from-home environment for our youngest learners. Candidates will hold a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in childcare and will have a warm and caring attitude and a genuine desire to make a positive difference to children’s learning.
This is in all-year round position but both full-time and part-time hours are considered. We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment, and our benefits package includes a competitive salary of £27,248 to £31,200 per annum (depending on qualifications and experience), 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, and free lunch when Nursery is in session.
For more information and to apply for the role, please send your CV and a cover letter to our Nursery Manager hsproston@rydeshill.org.uk or complete the online application form.
Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received, and the School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date should the ideal candidate(s) be identified.
Rydes Hill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check. We conduct online searches for all shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks. including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check.
School Secretary
Required as soon as possible.
Full-time, Permanent.
Full-time, 52 weeks per year, part-time or job share arrangements considered for the right candidate(s). Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum.
Part of the Tormead family, Rydes Hill Pre-Prep and Nursery School provides exceptional education and pastoral care for children aged 2-7 within idyllic surroundings in the suburbs of Guildford.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-presented School Secretary to be the first point of contact for parents and visitors, providing a warm and responsive front of house service. Key responsibilities will include creating a vital first impression to visitors, answering the main school telephone and dealing with all queries from parents, pupils and visitors, administering first aid and ensuring the safety and welfare of the children as a first priority.
No two days are the same, as a result, being flexible in responding to the changing needs of our school and nursery will be key. We are seeking a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who can also work independently, and is highly administratively efficient. Experience of working in an educational environment would be considered favourably but is not essential.
This is a full-time, 52-week role, with working hours of 8.00am to 6.00pm during term time and 8.00am to 4.00pm during school holidays. We are also open to considering part-time or job share arrangements for the right candidate(s). We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment, and our benefits package includes a competitive salary, 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, and free lunch when school is in session.
The closing date for applications is Monday 5 October at 9.00am. However, applications will be considered in the order in which they are received, and the School reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date should the ideal candidate(s) be identified. To apply please click HERE
Rydes Hill School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check. We conduct online searches for all shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks. including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check.
Safeguarding
All roles advertised will involve contact with children. Rydes Hill is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed. All applicants should read the Recruitment, Selection and Disclosure Policies below. Enhanced disclosures from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) will be sought on all successful applicants.
Recruitment Policies
Please view our recruitment policies below.
Recruitment, Selection & Disclosures Policy
Application and Recruitment Process Explanatory Note
Recruitment of Governors and Volunteers Policy
Policy on the Recruitment of Ex Offenders