Job Description
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Preschool/Nursery Assistant Required
1.5 days per week:
- Mondays - 8.30am to 11.30am (3 hours)
- Tuesdays- 8.30am to 3.30pm - 30 minutes unpaid lunch (6.5 hours)
Total hours -9.5 hours per week
Term time only (38 weeks per year)
Pay Band - Scale 4 (points 7-8)
Required September 2025
Are you a passionate and dedicated Early Years professional?
St Peter's Church of England Primary School is seeking a talented and enthusiastic Preschool Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team.
As a Preschool Assistant, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality early years education and care. You will work closely with our experienced staff to create a stimulating and nurturing environment for our children.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting in planning, preparing, and implementing age-appropriate activities
- Supporting children's learning and development, including literacy, numeracy, and social skills
- Ensuring the safety and well-being of all children
- Working collaboratively with parents and carers
- Adhering to safeguarding and child protection policies
- Taking the lead in Speech & Language interventions
Essential Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience working in an early years setting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A passion for working with young children
- A positive and solution-focused attitude
- Level 3 Childcare Qualification (preferred but not essential)
Please use the 'Information to support this application' section to detail how you meet the criteria for the post (see attached job description).
The Governing Body is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. The appointment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and medical checks.
For further information, please contact Lene Johnson, our Office Manager on 01376 561328.