Level 3 Nursery Assistant

Are you a passionate and qualified Level 3 Nursery Assistant looking to make a lasting impact in early years education? Wheatfield Primary School is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated and nurturing individual to join our vibrant and welcoming team on a fixed term basis for the next academic year. If you’re committed to providing the highest quality care and learning experiences for young children and thrive in a supportive school community, we’d love to hear from you! 

Your Opportunity 

This role is ideal for someone passionate about delivering high-quality care and education, who thrives in a nurturing, child-centred environment. You will play a key role in supporting children’s learning and development, planning engaging activities, and working closely with colleagues, parents, and carers to ensure each child reaches their full potential. This is a fantastic chance to make a meaningful impact within a supportive and forward-thinking school community.

What we are looking for

• Holds a full and relevant Level 3 (or above) qualification in childcare
• Achieved GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and child development
• Demonstrates a clear commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Confident in implementing safeguarding procedures and maintaining appropriate boundaries
• Knowledge of keyworker systems, health and safety in a nursery setting, and equal opportunities
• Effective communicator with the ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues, and parents
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team

About our Cluster

Consisting of four schools, within a newly established cluster of Primary schools, overseen by a Regional Director. Along with Wheatfield Primary School, our cluster includes the following other schools; Windmill Primary School, Floreat Montague Park Primary School and Frogmore Junior School.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster, to share expertise and experience, ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools, you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions, there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career, whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2,000 colleagues and over 19,000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect, Inclusivity, Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer, which allows all our colleagues to Grow, Learn and Flourish

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Career pathways and talent management
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: September 2026

FTE Salary range: GLF Associate 3.1 £25,001 FTE actual salary: £20,910

Hours: 8:15am - 3:45pm Monday - Friday (30 mins lunch) 35 hours per week, 39 weeks per year (term time)

Contract: Fixed term for 1 academic year

Closing Date:  9th August 2026 

Interview Date: TBC