Job details

Salary: Grade 15.3 - £12.45 (£24,027 per annum)

Employer: Keinton Mandeville Primary School

Location: Keinton Mandeville , Somerset, TA11 6ES

Contract type: Permanent

Working pattern: Part time

Closing date: 13 June 2025 9:00 am

About the job

Key information

  • Salary: Grade 15.3 – £12.45 (£24,027 per annum)
  • Start Date: 1 September 2025
  • Hours: 8:15 am to 3:15 pm – 4 days a week (Monday to Thursday) – 26.25 hours per week

About Us: The Nest Pre-school is part of Keinton Mandeville Primary School and provides a nurturing and stimulating environment for our young children. We are committed to fostering a love of learning and ensuring each child feels valued and supported.

What will I be doing?

Are you passionate about early childhood development? Do you love helping young children learn, grow, and explore the world around them? We’re looking for a warm, enthusiastic, and reliable Pre-School Assistant to join our nurturing team! This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join our growing pre-school. You will be supported by our fantastic team in our new setting to inspire, nurture and engage our youngest children.

Responsibilities:

  • Support in planning and implementing educational activities
  • Support children in their daily routines and learning experiences
  • Help maintain a safe and clean environment
  • Observe and record children’s progress
  • Communicate effectively with children, parents and staff
  • Participate in training and professional development opportunities

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Requirements:

  • Relevant qualifications (such as level 3, or equivalent, in childhood studies)
  • A genuine interest in working with young children
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • A team player with a can-do attitude
  • Recent experience of working in an Early Years setting
  • Willingness to learn and develop new skills
  • Patience, creativity and a sense of humour

What is in it for me?

Benefits:

  • Hands-on experience in a supportive and dynamic environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Friendly and welcoming team
  • New pre-school environment with the potential to grow

Supporting documents and information

Please contact our school office to request an application form.

Complete an application form with information detailing your interests in the position to our school office: office@km-ps.co.uk

Closing date: Friday 13 June 2025 (12:00pm)

Interview date: Thursday 19 June

Apply on the Keinton Mandeville Primary School website

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