Nursery Assistant (35.5 hrs)

Part of the Neatishead, Salhouse and Fleggburgh Federation   Fledgling Nursery, based at Salhouse Primary School   Tel: 01603 720402   Email:  office@salhouse.norfolk.sch.uk     Website: www.salhouseschool.co.uk   Executive Head Teacher: Hayley Sonnex   Nursery Managers: Tracy Chambers and Sophie Starling     Salary: Scale C  Permanent   Part time  35.5hrs per week   Term time plus 1 week  Start date: September 2026  We wish to appoint an exceptional nursery assistant to join our successful school supporting the learning and development of children following the EYFS curriculum in nursery. Our school is a child centred and family friendly school where children feel safe and happy and where everyone shares a love of learning. You will be supported by a small, dedicated staff team who aim for the highest standards and you will be offered on-going professional development opportunities.   The Nursery also provides before and after school childcare for pupils aged 5-11. Working hours: Mon, Tue & Wed 8:45-3.15pm and Thur and Fri 8.45am-6pm.    We are looking for someone who will;  ensure they know the needs of all our children and provide support to meet those individual needs  invest in and celebrate the uniqueness of each individual in our community  demonstrate empathy, compassion and forgiveness so that we all have the courage to take risks and learn from our mistakes  begin to grow global citizens who value others and cherish themselves  have a thorough knowledge of the EYFS curriculum  have the ability and experience to confidently and competently manage behaviour  have high expectations of learning and behaviour   have excellent communication skills with pupils, colleagues and parents/carers  enjoy being part of a small, child centred team who achieve high standards in an ethos based on its Christian core values  We can offer you;  Enthusiastic children who are happy and eager to learn through play  A supportive, purposeful, friendly and cohesive staff team  Supportive parents and carers  On-going professional development opportunities  A motivating workplace which has high expectations of its staff whilst protecting their well being    For more information, please contact our school office for a Full Person Specification and Job Description.  Visits are most welcome by appointment.  How to apply   A Job Description is available from ‘Attachments’.  If you think that you have the right skills and experience for this position you should apply by clicking the "Apply for job" button to download an application form. We will only consider applications which are completed in full. Alternat