Childcare Assistant - Holy Trinity Primary School & Community Nursery

Dorset Council; Wyke Regis; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority in England seeks a dedicated Childcare Assistant for Holy Trinity Primary School & Community Nursery. This part-time position, offering 22.5 hours per week during term time, requires a passion for working with children aged two and above. The successful candidate will be part of a supportive team, contributing to the development and well-being of young learners. The salary ranges from £12,692 to £12,891 annually, highlighting strong community values and a commitment to safeguarding children.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive community of staff and parents

Flexible career paths

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with young children in a childcare environment.
• Ability to work well in a team and be flexible with duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the care and education of children aged 2 upwards.
• Support the Nursery team in various activities.
• Ensure a safe and stimulating environment for children.

Skills

Experience in a childcare setting

Friendly and flexible team member

Job description

Childcare Assistant - Holy Trinity Primary School & Community Nursery

Dorset Council

Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9QX

£12,692 - £12,891 annual

Contract

Part time

NEW

Holy Trinity Nursery is part of Holy Trinity Primary School & Community Nursery and takes children during term time from the age of 2 upwards.

We are seeking to appoint a Nursery Childcare Assistant to work as part of our Nursery team. The successful candidate will have experience of working in a childcare setting and be a friendly and flexible member of the team.

The post is part-time, working 22.5 hours per week over five mornings from 8.30am to 1.00pm fixed term until July 2026. Term time only for 38 weeks per year.

Salary: Dorset Grade 3, SCP3-4 -£12,692 - £12,891 Actual Annual Salary

XS Reference Number CC3.13

Closing date for applications: 9.00am Thursday 11th December.

Interviews to be held: Week commencing Monday 15th December

Applicants should apply on-line or request an application form from the School Office.

Please note that we do not accept C.V.s as part of an application.

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School and Community Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

The successful candidates will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check in line with the Governments safer recruitment guidelines.

Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School and Community Nursery values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all sectors of the community.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Keeping Children Safe in Education: Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School and Community Nursery will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. All aspects of social media and internet searches will be conducted. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination, a person will conduct the searches and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.

This role is UK based and your Right to Work will need to be established as part of the appointment process.

• A positive, supportive community of staff, governors and parents
• An opportunity to play a key role in shaping children's lives.
• Opportunities for professional development and flexible career paths throughout the school