Nursery Assistant - Term Time

Vale View Community Primary School and Nursery, Dover

• Ref:KCC886-2531-187S
• Posted:16/07/2026
• Pay:KSA Pro Rata £18,205.56 approx.
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:24/08/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:03/09/2026

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Nursery Assistant – Permanent position

32.5 Hours Per Week Term Time only

Our staff team are what makes our Nursery and School so great. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare / educational career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams to develop and grow and be the best they can be!  

Our School and Nursery share the same values and ethos. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. In the Nursery setting you might be a princess one day or an astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!   

We are looking for a dedicated individual who is looking for an opportunity to be part of a supportive team, someone who is enthusiastic, organised and creative.   

Why become a Nursery Assistant at Vale View Nursery?  

• Purpose built nursery.  

• Great outdoor space.  

• Close, friendly team.  

• Support and collaboration with our Trust EYFS Lead Practitioner for Early Years.  

What’s in it for you?  

• Staff wellbeing team and confidential access to external support services.  

• One flex-day each year (can be taken in two halves).  

A Nursery Assistant at Vale View gets:  

• A competitive salary.  

• Opportunities to join a pension plan.  

• Bank holidays and School holidays.  

What a Nursery Assistant needs:  

• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.   

• Excellent understanding of EYFS curriculum.  

• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding.  

• Experience within an EYFS setting.  

• It is a legal requirement to hold a GCSE or equivalent qualification in Maths or be willing to achieve within 2 years of starting the position.  

Like the sound of joining our wonderful setting?  

Apply today to be a Nursery Assistant at Vale View!  

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self—and flourish!  

Information about the school

The safeguarding of our children is of paramount importance, and we are rigorous in our recruitment procedures. This post is subject to a satisfactory DBS check, and references will be pursued. As part of our safer recruitment process, we will conduct an online search of all shortlisted applicants. The purpose of this search is to identify any matters that might relate directly to our legal duty to meet the safeguarding duties set out in KCSIE 2025.

Please note, it is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Lisa Sprigmore (Headteacher)
• Address:Vale View Road, Elms Vale, Dover, Kent, CT17 9NP
• Telephone: (01304) 202821
• Email: sbm@vale-view.kent.sch.uk

Fax: (01304) 202821

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