Nursery Teaching Assistant - Maternity Cover - Maternity

Hilltop Primary School, Rochester

• Ref:MED887-2499-53S
• Posted:31/10/2025
• Pay:D2 £25,185 - £28,142 FTE
• Start Date:January 2026 or earlier
• App Close Date:10/11/2025 at 09:00
• Interviews:To be advised

Advert

Are you passionate about supporting young children in their early learning journey?

Hilltop Primary School is looking for a kind, enthusiastic, and dependable Nursery Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team! If you love helping little ones grow, play, and thrive, we’d love to hear from you!

Your role will include:

• Supporting children during learning activities, playtime and mealtimes
• Helping to create a safe, nurturing, and fun environment for all children
• Encouraging positive behaviour, sharing, and good manners
• Assisting with setting up and tidying away resources, both indoors and outdoors
• Working closely with staff to meet the needs of each child

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a warm, caring nature and enjoys working with young children
• Communicates well with both children and adults
• Is patient, reliable, and a great team player
• Has experience in an early years setting
• Has a level 2 qualification as a Teaching Assistant.

In return, we will offer you:

• an incredibly supportive group of colleagues and leaders
• comprehensive induction programme with a commitment to CPD
• Care First employee assistance programme
• non-contributory membership of Benenden private health care cover
• membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• two-week half term in October
• cycle to work scheme

For further details on this role and to apply please complete an application form which can be found on the school’s careers page Our Vacancies | Hilltop Primary School

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged.  For further information and to arrange a school visit, please contact Simi Sodhi on 01634 710312 or via email  sgill74@hilltopprimary.co.uk         

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date where interest and applications received are high, therefore we encourage early applications

Safeguarding commitment

Beyond Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  All post holders in a regulated activity are subject to appropriate vetting procedures and a satisfactory "Disclosing and Barring Service (DBS) Enhanced check".

Equality & Inclusivity Statement

At Beyond Schools Trust we strive to be a diverse and inclusive workplace where we can ALL be ourselves. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented communities, including but not limited to those who identify as Black, Asian or from a minority ethnic background.

Information about the school

Hilltop Primary School is a place where academic excellence and personal growth go hand in hand. We are dedicated to nurturing and valuing every child, guiding them to become confident, well-rounded individuals ready to make a positive impact on the world.

Our dynamic, curriculum not only meets the requirements of the National Curriculum but also goes beyond, offering enriching experiences that make learning both memorable and enjoyable. We are committed to fostering independent, confident, and successful learners with high aspirations. Our focus is on building knowledge and skills across all subjects, empowering students to succeed in their academic journey and beyond.

Our students take pride in being part of Hilltop Primary, displaying positive attitudes toward learning and all aspects of school life. With the unique advantage of our on-site swimming pool, our students enjoy the opportunity to swim throughout their time with us and develop important life skills. They feel safe, respected, and valued within our community, which is built on fairness and mutual respect.

We place great importance on the wellbeing of both our students and staff. We are dedicated to creating a supportive environment where professional growth is encouraged, and work-life balance is valued. If you choose to join us, you can be assured of the support you need to excel in your role.

At Hilltop Primary, our core values drive everything we do. We are dedicated to providing an environment where everyone can discover a lifelong love for learning in a safe, supportive, and inclusive community.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Ewa Eddy
• Address:Hilltop Primary School, Hilltop Road, Frindsbury, Rochester, Kent, ME2 4QN
• Telephone: 01634 710312
• Email: eddye002@hilltopprimary.co.uk

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Candidate Pack