Early Years Preschool Assistant

About the job

Key information

Up to 30 Hours per week

From April 26

SPS Grade 15

For the right person there maybe flexibility in hours. There is also the opportunity of more hours in our after-school club.

What will I be doing?

We are looking to appoint someone who can assist in the daily running of our small, nurturing preschool.

To ensure high quality provision in a creative, child led environment thus enabling each individual to feel safe in exploring and extending their own learning.

Personal Attributes

To demonstrate an enthusiasm and passion for developing children’s learning, to be able to work well as part of our dedicated team, have excellent people and communication skills, with the ability to multi-task, be flexible and have a great sense of humour.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

You will need to have a relevant Level 3 qualification or above, with experience in the development of children’s learning. It’s important that you understand and follow the guidelines and Ofsted requirements of the EYFS.

We would like you to:

• Hold a Level 3 NVQ or equivalent
• Be an enthusiastic and energetic Early Years Assistant who is committed to providing outstanding education and care for the children
• Be able to work with children from 2-6 years old
• Be able to demonstrate a good working knowledge of the EYPS guidance and expectations. keeping all children at the heart of your practice.
• Provide a happy positive learning experience and be able to work closely with parents
• Be able to support children with high needs to integrate within the classroom.
• Be an excellent communicator with good interpersonal skills.
• Be an excellent team player, who is also flexible, organised and self-motivated

What is in it for me?

• Lively and enthusiastic children who thrive with a supportive environment
• A friendly, hardworking and dedicated team wanting to support all the children to achieve well and be happy.
• A well established and thriving setting that is part of Long Sutton C of E Primary School
• A supportive school community including children, parents, staff and governors.
• A wonderful Church school environment with extensive grounds (swimming pool, summer months only), a talented and dedicated staff team.
• Encouragement to develop new ideas and the opportunity to make a real difference. A commitment to you and your professional development
• This job could be combined with a role within our After School Provision

Supporting documents and information

Long Sutton C of E VA Primary School and Toybox Preschool are fully committed to a process of safer recruitment in order to safeguard the children in our care.

For further information on either position please contact Lizzie Reynolds, Head Teacher at the school.

A Job Description and application form are available from the school office, or website.

Closing date: Monday 23 March 2026 12 noon

Interview date: w/b 30 March 2026

Apply on the Long Sutton C of E VA Primary School website

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