Nursery Assistant

Kingfisher Academy, Inc.; Swindon; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff benefits package

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts

Wellbeing programme

Pension scheme

Job summary

Kingfisher CE Academy in Swindon is seeking a Nursery Assistant to provide 1:1 support for an Early Years pupil.

This term-time, fixed-term role runs 15 hours per week until 20 July 2027, with salary £24,522-£25,600 (pro-rata). Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The Park Academies Trust values its staff and provides a highly supportive environment within a growing trust of primary and secondary schools.

Qualifications

• 1:1 support for an Early Years pupil.
• Term-time, fixed-term role ending 20 July 2027.
• Salary range: £24,522–£25,600 (pro-rata per annum).

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support for an Early Years pupil.

Job description

Nursery AssistantKingfisher CE Academy in Swindon (SN1 7DA) is looking to appoint a Nursery Assistant. Kingfisher is a vibrant school in the heart of the community of Wichelstowe. The Nursery Assistant will provide 1:1 support for one of our Early Years pupils. This is an exciting opportunity to develop your career by joining a Trust which truly values its staff and provides a highly supportive environment.

Details of role:

This is a term‑time, fixed term role ending on 20 July 2027. The hours are 15 hours per week.

Salary range: Trust Grade 1 - 7 £24,522 - £25,600 (£13,631 - £14,231 pro‑rata per annum), dependant on experience

Proposed interview date: 1 October 2026

Please see the attached Job Description for details of the role.

Closing date: We do not have a closing date for this role and will instead review applications as and when they are received. We reserve the right to close this for applications at any point.

Why choose us?

The Park Academies Trust is a family of schools, both primary and secondary, that believes in ‘collaboration not competition’. Together we are stronger! Formed in 2016 with the vision to make a significant contribution to improving education, we are a growing Trust with a strong academic performance and are looking to enhance our team with dedicated and passionate teachers. Currently eight schools: Abbey Park School, Lydiard Park Academy, Highworth Warneford School, The Deanery CE Academy, Red Oaks Primary School, Orchid Vale Primary School, Bridlewood Primary School and Kingfisher CE Academy, the Trust offers a high-quality educational provision from nursery right up to Sixth Form, enabling staff and pupils alike to benefit from being part of a thriving multi‑phase educational Trust. The positive and caring ethos at all our schools is combined with a clear mission to deliver the richest possible education experience which enables young people to leave our care as responsible citizens equipped to fulfil their personal goals and career aspirations. We are offering an exciting opportunity to develop your career by joining a Trust which truly values its staff and provides a highly supportive environment.

What we offer:

• A positive and dynamic environment in a Trust which is growing in both size and success
• A strong pupil ethos centred on mutual respect and fulfilling potential
• Competitive salary
• A variety of career progression opportunities within the Trust, including our own bespoke leadership programme
• Support from dedicated and experienced colleagues across the Trust
• Staff benefits package, including salary sacrifice affordable technology, cycle to work scheme, shopping and holiday discounts
• Staff wellbeing: access to On Line Doctor, discounted gym membership, Employee Assistance Programme
• Attractive pension scheme