Nursery Higher Level Teaching Assistant

Diocese of Norwich Education and Academies Trust; Belton; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

A regional education trust in Belton is seeking a higher level teaching assistant to lead the nursery provision at Moorlands Church of England Primary Academy. The role requires a level 3 qualification or higher. Candidates new to the role will also be considered. The successful candidate will contribute to a supportive family atmosphere, making a difference in children's learning and development. The position offers a salary between £21,515 - £23,339 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience in working with children in a Nursery setting.
• Qualification to level 3 or higher preferable, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage nursery provision.
• Support children's learning and development.
• Encourage a positive environment for children.

Skills

Experience in leading a Nursery

Ability to work as part of a family

Commitment to child welfare

Positive attitude during challenging times

Education

Level 3 qualification or higher

Job description

Overview

Part of the Diocese of Norwich Education Academies Trust

Contact: Email: [e-mail]

Salary and Conditions

• Salary: £21,515 - £23,339 per annum (F12-F17)
• Permanent
• Part Time
• 32.5 hours per week (M-F)
• Term Time + 1 week
• Required ASAP

Position

Moorlands Church of England Primary Academy, part of the Ark Federation, is looking to appoint a higher level teaching assistant to work as room lead in the nursery provision. This is an amazing opportunity to work within a family that cares deeply for its children and is improving outcomes at a rapid pace.

This post would be particularly suitable for an experienced higher level teaching assistant, qualified to a level 3, or higher, however candidates new to the role will be considered, depending on qualifications.

We would love to hear from you if:

• You have experience of working in/or leading a Nursery
• You want to be the best you can be
• You want to feel like you have made a difference every day
• You can smile even when the day is tough
• You get excited about moving children on in their learning and breaking down barriers
• You want to work as part of a family

Visits and How to Apply

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed. Please contact the school office to book an appointment or speak with the Head of School at [e-mail] or Tel: [phone]

How to apply

For more information about this role, including the job description and person specification, please read the attached Recruitment Pack available from ‘Attachments’.

To complete our online application form, click on the ‘Apply for Job’ button, and you will be directed to apply through our Applicant Tracking System. If you do not already have one, you will need to create a ‘Teacher Booker’ account.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier if sufficient applications have been received.

Closing date: 22 September 2025, 9am

Interview date: 29 September 2025

Safeguarding and Compliance

The Diocese of Norwich Education Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all its children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to full safeguarding checks as well as satisfactory references.

The Trust's safeguarding policy can be found on our website.

This post is likely to come under the requirements of the Childcare (Disqualification) 2009 Regulations and the successful applicant will be required to complete a declaration form to establish whether they are disqualified under these regulations.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post.

Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.