Nursery Teaching Assistant - Charnwood Primary School

Charnwood Primary Academy (part of Staffordshire University Academies Trust); Lichfield; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Charnwood Primary Academy in Lichfield is seeking a Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team on a fixed-term basis. You will support the Nursery Lead in morning sessions, help deliver engaging activities and support children's learning, play and personal care with warmth and sensitivity.

This part-time role (21.25 hours/week) is term-time only plus INSET days, starting January 2027, with a potential extension.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with or caring for children, ideally within an Early Years setting.
• Commitment to safeguarding, confidentiality and inclusive practice.
• Willingness to develop skills through training and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children's play, learning, communication and social development.
• Delivering engaging, age-appropriate activities with the Nursery Lead.
• Supporting individuals and small groups to participate in nursery activities.
• Encouraging positive relationships, emotional wellbeing and independence.
• Assisting with personal care routines with sensitivity and respect.

Skills

Experience with young children

Education

Level 3 childcare or Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid training

Job description

Nursery Teaching Assistant

Contract
Fixed Term to 31/08/2027,

Potential to extend to August 2028

Start date
January 2027 (Some training can be completed in Dec 26)

Working pattern
Monday to Friday, term-time only plus INSET days

Hours
21.25 hrs per week

08:45 > 13:00

Grade
Staffordshire Local Government Grade 3, SCP 5

FTE salary
£26,427 per annum

Actual salary
£13,113.60 per annum

Location
Charnwood Primary Academy, Lichfield

The opportunity

Charnwood Primary Academy is seeking an enthusiastic, caring and patient Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our friendly Early Years team.

Working alongside the Nursery Lead during morning sessions and over lunchtimes you will help provide high-quality care and engaging learning opportunities for our youngest children as our nursery provision continues to grow.

What the role involves

Under the direction of the EYFS and Nursery Lead, you will help create a safe, stimulating and nurturing environment where children can explore, play and learn.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting children’s play, learning, communication and social development, responding to their individual needs.
• Contributing ideas and helping prepare and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities alongside the Nursery Lead.
• Supporting individuals and small groups to participate in nursery activities and routines.
• Encouraging positive relationships, emotional wellbeing and increasing independence.
• Supporting personal care routines, including toileting and changing where required, with sensitivity and respect for children’s dignity.
• Observing children’s engagement and development, sharing relevant information with the Nursery Lead.li>
• Supervising and supporting children during lunch and play, encouraging safe eating, positive relationships and independence.
• Helping organise resources and maintain safe, welcoming indoor and outdoor learning spaces.
• Building positive relationships with parents, carers and colleagues to strengthen home-school links.
• Following school policies and agreed approaches to safeguarding, health and safety, inclusion and positive behaviour.

Why this role matters

Nursery is an important first step in a child’s education. Through warm relationships, purposeful play and consistent encouragement, you will help children feel secure, develop confidence and discover the enjoyment of learning.

You will be a valued part of our growing provision, helping each child feel included and supported as they develop the skills for their next stage.

We are looking for someone who

• Enjoys working with young children and brings enthusiasm, warmth and patience to the role.
• Has experience of working with or caring for children, ideally within an Early Years setting.
• Understands the importance of play in supporting children’s learning and development.
• Can respond sensitively to children’s individual needs and encourage their independence.
• Communicates effectively and builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Works well within a team, follows direction and uses initiative appropriately.
• Is willing to provide personal care sensitively and respectfully.
• Is committed to safeguarding, confidentiality and inclusive practice.
• Is keen to develop their skills through training and professional development.

A relevant Level 3 childcare or Early Years qualification is desirable. Paediatric First Aid training is also desirable; applicants who do not already hold this will be supported to complete the training. Additional training or experience in safeguarding, supporting positive behaviour or special educational needs and disabilities would be an advantage.

About Charnwood Primary Academy

Charnwood Primary Academy is a welcoming one form entry primary school at the heart of its community, educating children from Nursery to Year 6. As part of Staffordshire University Academies Trust, we benefit from strong professional support while maintaining a warm, inclusive and child-centred ethos.

Our school motto, Inspire, Nurture, Achieve, underpins everything we do. We are committed to providing a safe, caring and supportive environment where every child is known, valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. Our core values of Respect, Independence, Dedication and Integrity are central to daily school life and guide the way we work with pupils, families and colleagues.

What we offer

• A friendly, supportive and welcoming school community.
• Enthusiastic children who are proud of their school.
• A positive working environment where staff are valued and supported.
• Access to training and professional development opportunities.
• Support from Staffordshire University Academies Trust.

Closing date: Sunday 15th November 2026

Recruitment and safeguarding

Charnwood Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose details of all unspent and unfiltered spent reprimands, formal warnings, cautions and convictions as part of the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a self-declaration of their criminal record and other relevant safeguarding information that may be unsuitable to work with children.

It is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity.

A copy of the school’s Safeguarding Policy can be viewed here: https://www.charnwood.staffs.sch.uk/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/SUAT-Model-Safeguarding-Policy-2026.pdf

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