Level 3 Nursery Assistant

Are you a passionate and qualified Level 3 Nursery Assistant looking to make a lasting impact in early years education? Cherry Fields Primary School is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and nurturing individual to join our vibrant and welcoming team on a permanent basis. If youre committed to providing the highest quality care and learning experiences for young children and thrive in a supportive school community, wed love to hear from you! Please note that this role can work in conjunction with the After School Club Manager vacancy that we are also hiring for at Cherry Fields, please flag on your application if you are interested in applying for both roles. Your Opportunity This role is ideal for someone passionate about delivering high-quality care and education, who thrives in a nurturing, child-centred environment. You will play a key role in supporting childrens learning and development, planning engaging activities, and working closely with colleagues, parents, and carers to ensure each child reaches their full potential. This is a fantastic chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and forward-thinking school community. What we are looking fo r Holds a full and relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in childcare Achieved GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and child development Demonstrates a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children Confident in implementing safeguarding procedures and maintaining appropriate boundaries Knowledge of keyworker systems, health and safety in a nursery setting, and equal opportunities Effective communicator with the ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents Able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team About the Banbury Cluster Our School sits within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development. Join the GLF Schools Community As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team. A growing Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 17,000 pupils Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education GLF Schools Employment Offer GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme Flexible working options Generous holiday allowance Work life and family friendly policies Employee wellbeing initiatives Career pathways and talent management Access to a staff benefits portal Community and collaboration working model The Details Start Date : ASAP FTE Salary range: GLF Associate 2 23,651 Pro-rata (actual) Starting Salary : 18,368 Hours: 8:15am - 3:15pm Monday - Friday 32.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time) Contract: Permanent Closing Date: 2nd November 2025 TPBN1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-11-01