Midday Assistant (Nursery) - Fixed Term Contract
Job Ref No. ECC2014-246S | Position Type: Teaching/Child Support | Pay Range: Scale 2, Point 3 (Range 3-4)
Position Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Part-time | Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 15/09/2025 | Midday Date of Interviews: 19 September 2025
The Willows Primary School and Nursery has an exciting opportunity for a Midday Assistant to join the team as soon as possible. The position will be working within our Nursery.
Contract: Fixed Term Contract (to cover Maternity Leave) until 31 August 2026.
The working hours are from 11:30am to 1:30pm Monday to Friday, 10 hours per week, term time only for 38 weeks per year.
Salary: Scale 2, Point 3 (Range 3-4) Actual Salary: £5,768 per annum (includes paid annual leave which must be taken in school closure periods).
Applications close: Midday on 15th September 2025. Interview date: 19th September 2025.
The Willows Primary School and Nursery is located in Church Road, Basildon and has an excellent reputation in the local community. We are one of ten schools that form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background.
We are looking for a person who:
* can provide care for children in the nursery during their lunch hour, involving playing games, supervising and providing minor first aid if needed
* is an enthusiastic, hardworking and dependable team member
* has high expectations of the children and themselves with a passion for raising standards and attainment
* works well as part of a team and has a commitment to improving and developing their own practice
We can offer you:
* a well-resourced learning environment with enthusiastic and supportive staff
* a forward looking school that is dedicated to the success of all children and staff
* a commitment to continued professional development
* access to our Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families
Berlesduna is a Trust that values and invests in staff, excellent training, development and planned career progression.
Application
We welcome visits to our school which can be arranged by contacting the school office on 01268 470880 or admin@willows.essex.sch.uk
Please take care to complete the application in full as incomplete applications will not be considered. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early so recommend that you submit your application at your earliest convenience.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We may review the internet and social media relating to shortlisted candidates as part of the screening process. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, medical clearance and satisfactory references.
We are an equal opportunities employer.
Information about the School
The Willows Primary School and Nursery is one of the ten schools which form the Berlesduna Academy Trust (www.berlesduna.co.uk), where the vision is to create and foster a culture of high aspiration, enjoyment for learning, academic success and lifelong skills amongst all pupils, regardless of their social, economic or cultural background. The Trust is growing rapidly and is a vibrant, exciting and dynamic place to learn and work.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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Mr R Short
Church Road, Basildon
Essex, SS14 2EX | Telephone: 01268 470880 | Email: admin@willows.essex.sch.uk
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