Nursery Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Nursery Teaching Assistant Employment Status: Permanent Working Hours: Term time only plus 5 days, 37 hours per week Actual Salary: Support Staff PayGrade 3- £22,314 pro rata, per annum Required: September 2026 Location: Clifford Bridge Academy About the role: We are seeking to appoint a nurturing and enthusiastic nursery teaching assistant to join our friendly, supportive nursery. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the learning, development and wellbeing of our youngest children, helping create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where every child can thrive. We are looking for some who: Has experience working with children and be able to form positive relationships but maintain good discipline. Can communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) to a variety of audiences to young children. Has the ability to create a well-organised and engaging nursery learning environment All staff are expected to know what to do if they have concerns about a child, take on the responsibility for providing a safe environment and promoting children’s welfare, undertake regular safeguarding and child protection training and, familiarise themselves with KCSIE part 1 and local policies and procedures as directed by the trust/academy. About us We are a vibrant and happy two-form entry school, with a two-year-old provision as well as a wraparound facility. We were graded as ‘Good’ by Ofsted in January 2025, with three of the five areas being graded as ‘Outstanding’. The report stated, “Pupils at Clifford Bridge Academy love to learn and teachers expect the best…Pupils are a credit to the school and are excellent ambassadors. They are right to be proud of their school. Parents say that Clifford Bridge is a very special place.” As part of the Inspire Education Trust, we work in close partnership with Arley Primary Academy, Blue Coat C of E School, Fredrick Bird Academy, Hearsall Community Academy, Stockingford Academy, Walsgrave C of E Academy and Whittle Academy. The links between the schools are both stimulating and supportive, enabling us to share best practices through collaborative working. You will find our Clifford Bridge family warm and welcoming as our children, parents, carers, staff, and friends of our school are at the heart of everything we do. We are passionate about every child reaching for the stars; shining brightly in their talents and working hard to achieve their hopes and dreams. As their teachers, we promise to guide them on their journey and to always make decisions that have them at the core. Our exciting, ambitious curriculum is relevant and memorable as we develop children’s knowledge and skills across a broad and balanced range of subjects. Our academy values are the golden thread woven throughout all we do where we foster curiosity, integrity, joy, kindness, nurture, and resilience. Why work for us? A career at Inspire Education Trust offers