Level 3 Teaching Assistant - Nursery - Term Time

Horsted School, Chatham

• Ref:MED887-2439-32S
• Posted:19/09/2025
• Pay:D2 Point 4 - 11
• Start Date:Jan 2026
• App Close Date:12/10/2025 at 23:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Location: Horsted School, Chatham, Kent ME5 9TF

Salary: Medway NJC D2 point 4-11 (dependent on experience) - salary will be pro-rated in line with part time hours

Contract Type: 31.25 hours per week: Mon-Fri 8.30am - 3.15pm, Term time only

Start Date: January 2026 (or sooner if available)

Closing Date: 12 October 2025

Interviews: TBC

We are excited to announce the opening of our brand-new nursery at Horsted School and are looking for a passionate and experienced Level 3 Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of something new and inspiring – helping to shape a nurturing, creative, and inclusive environment for our youngest learners.

🌱 About the Role:

- Work closely with the new Nursery Teacher and EYFS Lead to deliver high-quality early years provision

- Support the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences

- Foster a safe, caring, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive

- Observe and assess children’s development, contributing to their learning journeys

- Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues

✅ We’re Looking For Someone Who:

- Holds a Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare (or equivalent)

- Has experience working in a nursery or early years setting

- Demonstrates a warm, caring, and enthusiastic approach

- Is a team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

🌟 Why Join Horsted School?

- Be part of an exciting new chapter in our school’s journey

- Collaborate with a supportive and forward-thinking Early Years team

- Access to high-quality professional development and training

- A welcoming school community with strong values and a child-centred ethos

We warmly welcome visits to the school – come and see what makes Horsted such a special place to work and learn! Should you want to arrange a visit, please contact the school office on: 01634 335400 or office@horstedschool.co.uk

Information about the school

Horsted School is a federated Infant and Junior school comprising 14 classes. We are proud to have been rated Good in recent Ofsted inspections, with several features highlighted as Outstanding. Our school community includes 428 pupils, supported by a dedicated team of staff and a committed Governing Body.

As an employer, we place high value on honesty, respect, diligence, and commitment, while also prioritising the well-being of our staff.

Horsted School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

For further information, please contact the school office on 01634 335405. We warmly welcome visits to the school.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jenny Baker
• Address:The Bluebell Federation, C/O Swingate Primary School, Sultan Road, Lords Wood, Kent, ME5 8TJ
• Telephone: 01634 336472
• Email: hrteam@thebluebellfederation.co.uk

Documents

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• Job Description & Person Specification