Senior Education Teaching Assistant Nursery Support

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Mount Pleasant Primary School

Hours

34.00 hours per week - Plus 2 days

Number of Jobs

Location(s)

Mount Street, Lockwood, Huddersfield, HD1 3QP

Position type

Temporary

Length of contract

31st August 2027

Grade

Grade 7

Salary

£23,281 - £24,449 per annum

Advert Wording

Mount Pleasant has the following vacancy

Full time Nursery Nurse – Maternity contract starting from September 2026

The role of the Nursery Nurse in our school-based nursery is vital in ensuring positive outcomes for all our children and especially those with SEND. We are looking for a highly motivated individual, who is passionate about making a difference to children’s achievements. You will be joining at an exciting time with the outdoors area complete upgrade during the summer holiday.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Actively support the ethos, educational vision, policies and direction of the school
• Have high expectations of children’s achievement and behaviour
• Have an excellent understanding of working with children with Special Educational Needs
• Be enthusiastic and flexible, using their own initiative
• Be creative and able to motivate all children
• Have excellent communication and organisational skills
• High standards of English and Maths
• The ability to work successfully as part of a team

We Can Offer You

• Friendly and enthusiastic children who are keen to learn
• Hardworking, supportive and welcoming colleagues and governors who are committed to school improvement
• The chance to further your career and professional development through wide ranging CPD

Completed applications must be posted to the school marked for the attention of the Head Teacher or emailed at ***email_hidden***. Please note if you are sending your application via email, we will acknowledge its receipt.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Closing date: Monday 22 June 9am

This job is subject to a DBS check at the appropriate level, please refer to the Job Description/Profile. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

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Closing date

22 June 2026, 9:00 AM

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