Nursery Assistant

Academy Parent Consultative Group; South Benfleet; In loco; GBP 9500 - 9700; Tempo pieno

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Kents Hill Infant Academy is seeking a caring Nursery Assistant to support early childhood development and daily nursery operations. The role is fixed term until 9 April 2027 and involves morning/afternoon sessions that fit around school hours, with a focus on emotional, physical and educational development of children.

The post emphasizes safeguarding, DBS checks, and a welcoming team environment within the South Essex Academy Trust.

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Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Contract: Fixed Term until 9th April 2027

Hours per week: 15 hours 45 minutes per week

Scale: Scale 3, Point 6-7 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Actual Salary: £9,534.39 - £9,686.03

Start Date: Monday 4th January 2027

Application Closes: Thursday 19th November 2026 Midday

Interview Date: Week Commencing 23rd November 2026

Nurture, Encourage and Support - Nursery Assistant Wanted!

Are you passionate about early childhood development? Kents Hill Infant Academy, part of the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT) is looking for a caring and patient Nursery Assistant to join their warm and supportive team!

At SEAT, we believe in belonging, compassion, curiosity, and empowerment -values that shape our commitment to excellence in education. In this role, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day running of the nursery whilst supporting children’s emotional, physical and educational development.

You will be working 8:30am to 11:45am Tuesday and 8:30am to 3:15pm on Thursday and Friday, term time only.

What’s in it for you?

• A supportive and inclusive work environment where you’re truly valued
• A Leadership Academy to fuel your professional growth
• A strong focus on staff well-being through our Employee Assistance Programme
• The chance to be part of a committed, forward-thinking team that empowers both pupils and colleagues

If you’re ready to make a real impact and take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!

At the South Essex Academy Trust, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively promote equality of opportunity for all.

Kents Hill Infant Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to uphold this commitment. We adhere to safer recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS certification and references.

We encourage early applications, as this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline.