Nursery Assistant; Baby Room

• Job type:
  
  Nursery Assistant/ Nursery Lead
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Work pattern:
  
  Part-time
• Salary:
  
  Please see below
• Date posted:
  Thursday 10 September 2026
• Closing date for applications:
  Saturday 10 October 2026
• Employer:
  
  Westmorland and Furness Council

Nursery Assistant (Baby Room) 32.5 core hours Monday – Friday (hours between 7.45 and 5.30pm (term time only) Start date 2nd November 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter)

Dane Ghyll Nursery seek a Nursery Assistant with initiative and a caring, positive and flexible approach is required. The post will involve working closely in a team, supporting and providing individual care for pupils with a range of needs. The role will involve initially working in our baby room but also working across our whole nursery site, with children from 9 months – 4 years old.

Is a committed, enthusiastic and has a passion for working with children

• Experience of working in this age range
• Works well as part of a team
• Holds at least an NVQ level 2
• Be a committed team member and be willing to become involved in the wider life of the school
• Have high expectations of both themselves and pupils
• Able to take the initiative and make decisions.

• Confidence in dealing with children.
• NVQ level 3
• Understanding of Safeguarding in School;
  Health and Safety;
  Data Protection;
  Confidentiality issues
• Will support all staff to create stimulating learning environments.

Dane Ghyll Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Enhanced DBS clearance and medical clearance is necessary before any candidate may take up a post. Applicants must be suitably qualified with an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. Induction support will be available, and a commitment to the school’s inclusive ethos is essential.

Interviews W/C Monday 19th October 2026

Closing date for applications via email, Friday 10th October 2026

Dane Ghyll Community Primary School
Skelwith Drive
Barrow-In-Furness
LA14 4PG