Nursery Teaching Assistant

The Lodge; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional CPD opportunities

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Pension scheme access (Teachers)'

Job summary

Lodge Farm Primary School in Willenhall is seeking a Level Two Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our nursery with three- and four-year-olds. This fixed-term post runs until 31 August 2027 and is 35 hours per week, term-time only, with a pro rata salary of £25,185 per annum (actual £20,491).

Closing date is 18 November 2026 at 12pm; interviews 23 November 2026. SHINE Academies is a growing trust across the West Midlands, offering CPD, supportive leadership and opportunities for development.

Job description

Fixed Term Until 31st August 2027 35 hours per week Term Time Only Salary: £25,185 per annum pro rata (actual salary £20,491 per annum) Closing date: 18th November 2026 at 12pm Interview Date: 23rd November 2026 This is an exciting opportunity for a Level Two Nursery Teaching Assistant to join Lodge Farm Primary School, working in our nursery with our three- and four-year-olds. This is a fixed term position until 31st August 2027. SHINE Academies is a growing, successful multi-academy trust of six schools based in the West Midlands, across three local authorities: Wolverhampton, Walsall and Shropshire. SHINE Academies is committed to improving the outcomes for all children within its care and educating the whole child. The Trust currently comprises of six schools, Northwood Park Primary School in Bushbury, Lodge Farm Primary School in Willenhall, Villiers Primary School in Bilston, Busill Jones Primary School in Bloxwich, Crowmoor Primary School in Shropshire and The Martin Wilson School in Shropshire. All our schools are large and therefore progression opportunities are plentiful. By joining our Trust, we can offer you:

• Exceptional CPD opportunities
• Talented, enthusiastic and caring pupils
• A nurturing and supportive Executive, Leadership and Middle Management Team
• A large and committed staff who all work to the same ethos
• A committed and supportive Trust Board and Local Governing Body
• Opportunities for personal growth and career development
• Spacious grounds to support the learning and development of pupils
• Free onsite parking
• A wellbeing package including an annual term time wellbeing day and Employee Assistance Programme
• Lifestyle and shopping discounts provided through VIVUP
• Peer to peer support and collaboration
• Access to the teachers pension scheme or local government pension scheme

Visits to Lodge Farm Primary School, Furzebank Way, Willenhall, WV12 4BU are encouraged and welcomed. To arrange a visit or have an informal conversation with the Headteacher please call the school on 01902928900. SHINE Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Therefore, this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.