Warm Nursery Assistant (Baby & Toddler) - Term-Time 32.5h

Westmorland & Furness Council; Pica; Remote; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Croftlands Schools Federation invites applications for a Nursery Assistant. The role is fixed term to 31 August 2027, full-time (32.5 core hours, Monday–Friday, term time only) with a start date of 2 November 2026 or as soon as possible.

You will work across the baby room and toddler provision (9 months to 3 years) under the guidance of Room Leads and the Nursery Manager. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, caring, and capable of using initiative to provide safe, stimulating

Qualifications

• Experience caring for children in a nursery setting.
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification required.
• Ability to work in a warm, nurturing, professional team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and provide individual care for pupils with a range of needs.
• Work across baby room and toddler provision (9 months – 3 years).
• Collaborate with Room Leads and Nursery Manager to ensure safe, stimulating experiences.

Skills

Teamwork

Childcare

Initiative

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

Croftlands Schools Federation invites applications for a Nursery Assistant. The role is fixed term to 31 August 2027, full-time (32.5 core hours, Monday–Friday, term time only) with a start date of 2 November 2026 or as soon as possible.

You will work across the baby room and toddler provision (9 months to 3 years) under the guidance of Room Leads and the Nursery Manager. The successful candidate will be enthusiastic, caring, and capable of using initiative to provide safe, stimulating