DUCKS Early Years Practitioner

DUCKS Early Years Practitioner (1 Year Fixed Term Contract)

September 2026

Dulwich College is committed to cultivating a vibrant educational environment driven by our core values of purpose, kindness and joy. We provide exceptional teaching, scholarship, and learning both inside and outside the classroom, nurturing an inspiring and dynamic atmosphere for our community. As a world-renowned boys' school, we educate 1,700 pupils aged 7 to 18, alongside a co-educational kindergarten and infants’ school, DUCKS, with 230 young learners.

With a dedicated team of over 600 staff, we are proud of our beautiful and historic 70-acre campus in south London, where every individual is encouraged to thrive.

We are looking for a DUCKS Early Years Practitioner. The EYP will support the educational, social and pastoral development of pupils under the direction of the Room Leader or Class Teacher, ensuring high standards of learning, care and compliance. The role includes supporting the delivery of the EYFS or KS1 curriculum, observing and assessing pupils, maintaining accurate records, promoting positive behaviour, working collaboratively with colleagues, participating in CPD, and ensuring all practice meets statutory requirements.

Further information can be found in the candidate pack.

Closing date:

Wednesday 4th March 2026

Interview date:

1st Stage Interview : TBC

2nd Stage Interview: TBC

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This is the responsibility of the whole College community. We all remain vigilant about safeguarding at the College and we never think that child abuse could not happen here or to our pupils. A DBS Disclosure is required to Enhanced level. The DBS Code of Practice and the Standard and Enhanced DBS Privacy Policy can be found on our website.

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