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JOB ADVERT: Nursery Assistant
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School is a one form entry school located in Basildon. We were last inspected in October 2021 and received a judgement of 'Good'.
We are very proud of our pupils who are polite, kind to one another and keen to learn. They appreciate everything that is done for them.
Who are we looking for?
We wish to appoint an Early Years assistant to work as specifically as part of our EYFS team, across ournurserysetting and reception class.
We are looking for somebody with commitment, energy and drive to join our dedicated, friendly team and work closely with us to provide positive learning experiences for our pupils.
What experience are we looking for?
Experience and/or specific training in supporting younger children as well as children with special educational needs is desirable but not essential.
What qualifications are desirable?
This post is suitable for experienced or recently qualified early years practitioners (Level 3). (Please note that if your level 3 course was passed after 2014, you must also demonstrate that you have passed GCSE maths and English.)
We would be extremely interested in meeting candidates with a level 6 certificate (perhaps those with a university degree in "Early Childhood Studies" or equivalent.)
Applicants who do not have a level three early years certificate, but who have experience working with children with high level special educational or medical needs could also be considered for a role within the school.
What is the salary?
"The full time equivalent" wage is between £24,733 and £25,110 (depending on experience and qualification level.)
Therefore, the actual salary is £18,249.94 to £18,528.12 pounds per annum based on working 8.30am-3.30pm Monday to Friday during school days (with Bank holidays, school holidays and inset days off)
This is a permanent position.
Opportunities may exist to enhance salary advertised through provision of additional activities such as supporting after school or before school clubs.
What are the hours and holidays?
The post is advertised for a full-time worker working from the beginning of the school day until the end. Typically, the working pattern would be 8.30am until 3.30pm with a thirty minute lunch break.
The school holidays, bank holidays and inset days are all holiday days.
The successful candidate will:
· Be able to support in the delivery of high-quality learning experiences for all pupils.
· Have high expectations of learning and behaviour and inspire and motivate our children.
· Be supportive, nurturing and understanding.
· Seek to make learning exciting and a positive experience.
· Communicate well with pupils, parents, carers and colleagues.
· Demonstrate good communication skills both orally and written.
· Work well as part of a supportive, friendly team.
· Support the Catholic ethos of our school.
In return you will receive:
· Excellent professional development.
· The support of committed, enthusiastic and dedicated colleagues.
· A supportive environment with many CPD opportunities.
· Pupils who are eager to learn, impeccably behaved and appreciative of everything done to support them.
· Supportive parents.
· A friendly and supportive team.
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure & Barring check via the Disclosure & Barring Service.
Visits to the school are welcomed but not mandatory. However, should you wish to visit our early years setting, this can be arranged through the school office by phoning Miss Aldridge on 01268 553502 or emailing the school atoffice@st-teresasrc.essex.sch.uk
Closing Date:7th July 2025
Interviews: Candidates with the experience and skills desired, may be asked to interviewand could be appointed before the closing date.
(We reserve the right close theadvertisement, interview and appoint early. We will interview early for the right candidate! So please submit your application at the soonest opportunity.)
Position commences September 1st 2025.
Candidates shortlisted will receive notification of interview.