Nursery Assistant
Are you passionate about working with children and looking for a dynamic role in a vibrant school environment?
As a Nursery Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the daily life of our junior school and nursery.
We are looking for an individual with a passion for working with, supporting and developing Nursery and EYFS aged children (2-4), someone who is professional, caring and full of enthusiasm for working within this setting.
Working patterns can vary between the hours of Nursery opening which is 07:30 - 18:00, with shift patterns either starting at 07:30, or finishing at 18:00 and this vacancy is across 3 days (Wednesday to Friday) as part of a job share, for a total of 15 hours per week per role.
To succeed in the Nursery Assistant role, you will have a passion for Early Years education, promoting learning and development at every opportunity, and you must love working outdoors as we encourage outdoor learning, particularly through our wonderful Forest School. You will be full of imaginative ideas, bringing energy to every task with a patient and positive outlook.
About the School:
Northampton High School, part of the Girls' Day School Trust (GDST), is an independent girls' day school with a reputation for academic excellence, strong pastoral care and a wide breadth of extra-curricular activity. We offer a Nursery, Junior and Senior School across one site and we are proud to be at the forefront of education for girls and a strong voice in promoting opportunities for young women.
The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. The GDST is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including online searches and checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Our reference: SE4002a
Vacancy: Nursery Assistant
Location: Northampton
Salary: Actual pay £10,869.99-£11,094.99 (equivalent to £13.94-£14.22 per hour)
Hours: 15 per week
Required from: September 2025
Contract: Part-time, job share
Annual Leave: 30 days plus bank holidays
National World / Smart Hire are advertising on behalf of Northampton High School.
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