Early Years Assistants

Are you passionate about giving children the best start in life? Would you like to work somewhere dedicated to Early Years education and care? Somewhere committed to your professional development? A place of learning and development for all with great opportunities?

If your answer is yes then we are the right place for you. Guildford Nursery School is looking to recruit term time only assistants to start asap.

Our large Maintained Nursery School is based on two sites, both with wonderful outdoor spaces.

We have some permanent and temporary roles available and are looking for people with a passion for early years education and a can‑do attitude.

Serious candidates are strongly recommended to call and/or visit the nursery school prior to applying. Please ring

The posts will be based at either Guildford Nursery School, Hazel Avenue GU1 1NR
or Guildford Nursery School, York Road GU1 4DU
.

We are looking for candidates who are:

• Positive, flexible, responsible and with an interest in young children including those with additional needs and how they learn.
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Able to support the provision of a rich, inclusive, safe yet challenging environment and curriculum to meet each of our children’s unique interests and needs.

• The opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge including formal qualifications.
• A positive, friendly and supportive team of staff and governors.
• Great resources and facilities including a large, beautiful garden.
• The chance to work with fantastic children.

• 8:45 am – 4.00 pm Monday – Friday.
• We will also consider 8:45 am-1:30 pm Monday – Friday.
• We can also consider 36 hours per week within the hours of 7:45 am-4:30 pm Monday – Friday.

Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references.

Guildford Nursery School and Family Centre is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

This is a rolling recruitment process. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may be scheduled at any stage. We therefore encourage early submission to avoid disappointment, as the advert may close once suitable candidates are appointed.

£20,930 pa pro rata based on 36 hours per week, term time only. Monday – Friday

£19,622 pa pro rata based on 33.75 hours per week, term time only 8:45 am-4:00 pm Monday – Friday

£13,808 pa pro rata based on 23.75 hours per week, term time only 8:45 am – 1:30 pm Monday – Friday