Job Ref No. ECC3255-252S Position Type: Early Years Pay Range: Scale 3, Point 6-7
Position Start Date: 07/10/2026 Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Fixed
Application Close: 17/09/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: Wednesday 23rd September 2026
Contract: Fixed Term until 31st August 2027
Scale: Scale 3 Point 6-7 (Depending on qualifications and experience)
Start Date: ASAP following interviews
Nurture, Encourage and Support - Nursery Assistant Wanted!
Are you passionate about early childhood development? Bardfield Academy, part of the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT) is looking for a caring, patient and qualified Nursery Assistant to join their warm and supportive team!
At SEAT, we believe in belonging, compassion, curiosity, and empowerment-values that shape our commitment to excellence in education. In this role, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day running of the nursery whilst supporting children's emotional, physical and educational development.
You will be working 8:15am - 3:30pm Wednesday and Thursday and 8:15am - 2:15pm Friday, term time only.
What's in it for you?
- A supportive and inclusive work environment where you're truly valued
- A Leadership Academy to fuel your professional growth
- A strong focus on staff well-being through our Employee Assistance Programme
- The chance to be part of a committed, forward-thinking team that empowers both pupils and colleagues
If you're ready to make a real impact and take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you!
At the South Essex Academy Trust, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively promote equality of opportunity for all.
Bardfield Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to uphold this commitment. We adhere to safer recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS certification and references.
We encourage early applications, as this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
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