Nursery Assistant (Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery)

Job introduction

Hours of work: 35 hours per week 
Working pattern: Part-time

Closing date: Midday, Friday 31 January 2025

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery,
Sparrows Green, Wadhurst, East Sussex,
TN5 6SR

Phone: 01892 783155
Email: office@wadhurstpri.e-sussex.sch.uk
Website: https://www.wadhurstpri.e-sussex.sch.uk
 
Please note, we do not accept CVs.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

About the role

Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery is a thriving community, with friendly, conscientious staff, where all stakeholders are valued and supported.

Our new onsite Nursery building provides a unique and outstanding setting where all children and staff can flourish.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Nursery Assistant qualified to Level 3 to join our team.

The successful candidate will have previous experience of working in a Nursery setting and have experience of working as part of an enthusiastic and committed team of early years practitioners.   

We offer a highly supportive leadership team, high quality training to further your career and a highly skilled, professional and dedicated staff team.

The role is 35 hours per week, with flexible working hours between 7.30am - 6.00pm

An application form, job description and person specifications can be obtained from the school; please email office@wadhurstpri.e-sussex.sch.uk.  

This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral member of our forward thinking learning community. Candidates are encouraged to view our video tour on our  website.
 

Closing date: Midday 31st January 2025
Interviews:  5th/6th February 2025

Additional information

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

 
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

Company information

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.