At a Glance
- Tasks: Support nursery children through play-based learning and build positive relationships.
- Company: Join a caring team at Wistaston Church Lane Nursery, part of The Learning Partnership.
- Benefits: Enjoy discounts, gym memberships, and access to professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible working options available to support diverse needs.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Level 2 childcare qualification and experience with young children required.
The predicted salary is between 17152 - 17152 £ per year.
About the role
The Learning Partnership along with the leadership team at Wistaston Church Lane, wish to appoint a Nursery Assistant to work in our nursery class. We are looking for someone who has a good understanding of the Early Years Framework, is passionate about play based learning and who can form warm positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues. This role will also include working in our After School Club to help support the nursery children who attend each day.
Previous experience working with young children is required as is a childcare/early years/education qualification at level 2 or higher. Please see person specification for a list of acceptable qualifications.
Working hours: 28.75 hours per week, Weeks: 39 Monday to Friday 11.45am -5.30pm.
Salary: Grade 4 SCP 5, FTE - £25,584 (pro-rata per annum with hours as employed). Actual Pay: £17,152
Closing Date: Monday 31st August 2026
Interviews: TBC
To learn more about the role please contact Jackie Hulme at officemanager@wistaston.cheshire.sch.uk or on 01270663619. You can also learn more about the school on the school website.
The Learning Partnership Trust values are ambition, inclusion and opportunity. Staff benefits include:
- Discounts in retail stores, entertainment, and supermarkets
- Benefits schemes in affordable tech, cycle2work, gym memberships and a car scheme
- Employee assistance programme providing specialist advice and guidance in a range of areas including menopause, financial management, and up to 8 counselling sessions per referral
- Access to high quality CPD and secondment opportunities
As part of our commitment to employee development, all internal applicants will be offered a priority interview. The Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS).
The Learning Partnership is committed to the promotion of equality of opportunity and the elimination of discrimination; all applicants should note that they will be considered on the basis of suitability regardless of disability, gender, race, religion, age, sexual orientation and marital status or any other discrimination which is unfair or unreasonable. We particularly welcome applications from black, Asian and minority ethnic candidates, LGBTQ+ candidates and candidates with disabilities because we would like to increase the representation of these groups at The Learning Partnership. We want to do this because we know greater diversity will lead to even greater outcomes for children. We are proud to be an employer that holds Disability Committed and is working towards menopause friendly status. The Trust is ‘happy to talk flexible working’. Flexible working increases workplace diversity by making roles accessible to those with caring responsibilities (primarily women), disabled staff, and both older and younger workers.
Nursery Teaching Assistant employer: Wistaston Church Lane Academy
The Learning Partnership is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering a supportive work culture where ambition, inclusion, and opportunity thrive. With access to high-quality continuous professional development (CPD), flexible working arrangements, and a range of employee benefits including discounts and wellness programmes, this role as a Nursery Teaching Assistant in Wistaston provides a meaningful opportunity to make a positive impact on young children's lives while enjoying a fulfilling career. The Trust's commitment to diversity and safeguarding ensures a welcoming environment for all employees.
Contact Details:
Wistaston Church Lane Academy Recruitment Team
