Nursery Assistant - Ladygrove Primary School & Nursery

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education provider in Shrewsbury is seeking a Nursery Assistant to support the teacher in managing nursery resources and supervising children. This is a temporary position from January 2026 until the end of the summer term 2026. An ideal candidate will have knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and a passion for enhancing children’s learning experiences. Competitive pay at £13.26 to £13.47 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in early years settings preferred.
• Collaboration with teachers to enhance nursery resources.
• Passion for making a difference in children's lives.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in managing the classroom resources.
• Lead and supervise specific areas of the nursery.
• Ensure a supportive environment for children.

Skills

Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum

Ability to supervise areas

Can-do attitude

Job description

Nursery Assistant

Scale 3 £13.26 to £13.47 per hour depending on experience.

8.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. each day (20 minutes unpaid break)

Hours per week: 28 hours and 20 minutes.

This is a temporary term time only position, as from January 2026 until the end of the summer term 2026.

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team. The applicant will need to have knowledge of the EYFS curriculum, and the role will involve assisting the teacher in the management/preparation of resources/enhancing areas of the nursery. Applicant will also lead/supervise areas of the room under the guidance of the Nursery teacher. Applications are welcomed from people with a can-do attitude and values making a difference in children’s lives.

To Apply

Please email all applications to:

Selina Mahy, School Business Manager at [e-mail] or hand deliver to Ladygrove Primary School and Nursery, Old Office Road, Dawley, Telford TF4 2LF

Ladygrove Primary School & Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Appointment to this post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check as well as other pre-appointment checks outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education (September 2025), including an online check. This post also requires checks under the Childcare Disqualification Regulations and Childcare Act 2006.

Please see the attached safeguarding policies for further details.

Closing Date: Thursday 20th November at mid-day

Short Listing: Thursday 20th November in the afternoon

Interviews: Monday 1st December

Attached documents

• Job Description
• Application notes
• Child Protection & Safeguarding policy
• Application form
• Safer Recruitment Policy