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Windrush Valley Prep School Oxfordshire is a thriving and inspirational private school that prepares pupils for a successful future in their first-choice secondary school.  We are always interested to hear from talented and committed teachers and support staff. We have a positive, caring environment where happy and confident individuals grow and where academic excellence thrives.

Windrush Valley Prep School’s rural location provides access to all the amenities of a beautiful Cotswold village, including the 11th century church, and playing fields. The school plays competitive sport in a wide range of sports and games, including swimming. The curriculum exceeds the requirements of the National curriculum with languages, performing arts and conservation science featuring prominently in class timetables. Excellent examination results have been achieved, year on year.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, both explicitly and implicitly. Please note, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’ should be declared. Please read our Safer Recruitment Policy, Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and Staff Code of Conduct before applying for a job.

Current vacancies

 

Pre-Prep Teacher

Location Windrush Valley Prep School, Ascott-under-Wychwood OX7 6AN
Job Title Pre-Prep Teacher
Salary Teacher’s payscale dependent on experience.
Contract Full-time. Permanent.
Qualified to Qualified Teacher Status.
Experience Knowledge of Tapestry and Jolly Phonics preferred but not essential.
Knowledge & Skills
  • Motivate and stimulate a child’s learning abilities, often encouraging learning through experience
  • Provide pastoral care and support to children within a secure learning environment
  • Assist with the development of a child’s personal, social, language and physical coordination abilities
  • Develop and produce visual aids and teaching resources
  • Encourage mathematical and creative development through stories, songs, games, drawing and imaginative play
  • Help children develop curiosity and knowledge
  • Work with others to plan and coordinate work both indoors and outdoors
  • Share knowledge gained with other practitioners and build and maintain relationships with parents
  • Observe, assess and record each child’s progress
  • Ensure the health and safety of children and staff is maintained during all activities, both inside and outside the setting
  • Attend staff meetings and staff training days
  • Keep up to date with changes in the curriculum and developments in best practice
Personal Qualities
  • Excellent communication and listening skills
  • Good organisational skills to plan the day and respond to the different needs of the children you teach
  • The ability to inspire and enthuse young children
  • Energy, resourcefulness, responsibility, patience and a caring nature
  • An understanding of the needs and feelings of children
  • Ability to work independently with children, as well as being able to work with the wider school team
  • A sense of humour and the ability to keep things in perspective
  • Stamina to keep up with the needs and energy of a large group of young, lively children
  • Creative skills such as music, dance, drama, arts and crafts
Application Process By CV to info@windrushvalleyschool.co.uk. An application pack will be emailed on receipt of a suitable CV. A CV alone is not sufficient to be selected for interview.
Closing Date Completed application forms must be received by 14th April 2026.
Interview w/b 20th April 2026
Start Date 1st September 2026
Contact Us info@windrushvalleyschool.co.uk or 01993 831793

Windrush Valley Prep School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment, both explicitly and implicitly. This post is subject to all necessary pre-employment recruitment checks including a DBS check. We will take references before interview, unless you include any reason why we should not on your application form.

Please note, this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions and bind-overs, including those regarded as ‘spent’ should be declared.