Nursery Officer - Term Time

St Michael Catholic Primary and Nursery School, Chatham

• Ref:MED887-3712-75S
• Posted:23/01/2026
• Pay:D2
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:13/02/2026 at 16:00
• Interviews:TBC

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Nursery Officer / Level 3 Early Years Educator

St Michael’s is a Catholic school at the heart of its community and part of the Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP), a Multi-Academy Trust committed to strong pastoral care, traditional values and high-quality education. We are proud to have been judged Outstanding in our recent Catholic School Inspection, reflecting our strong Catholic ethos, inclusive community and commitment to the dignity and development of every child.

KCSP offers a strong CPD programme, competitive pay and opportunities to work across the Trust to support professional growth and career progression.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Nursery Officer / Level 3 Early Years Educator to join our warm and supportive Early Years team. The successful candidate will be passionate about children’s learning, development and wellbeing, and committed to delivering high-quality early education within a nurturing Catholic environment.

Why Join St Michael’s?

St Michael’s is a thriving, welcoming school, judged Good by Ofsted, where pupils flourish and take pride in their school. Inspectors highlighted our engaging curriculum, strong relationships and positive learning culture.

We offer:

• A rich and engaging curriculum
• A fully established Forest School, led by a Level 3 qualified practitioner
• Recognition through a wide range of awards, including:
• Primary Science Quality Mark
• Arts Mark (Silver and Gold)
• Eco Schools Silver Award
• Healthy Schools & School Games Mark
• NAACE Mark
• Outstanding Catholic School (CSI)
• Senior Mental Health Lead, ELSA, Lego Therapy and Drawing & Talking
• Trauma Informed Practice

We are also proud recipients of the Nourish the Workplace Award, recognising our commitment to staff wellbeing, job satisfaction and professional development.

We Are Looking for Someone Who:

• Holds a Level 3 Early Years qualification
• Has at least 2 years’ experience and a strong understanding of the EYFS
• Is professional, creative and passionate about children’s learning
• Values child-led and outdoor learning, with high-quality adult–child interactions
• Has excellent communication skills
• Works effectively as part of a caring and collaborative team
• Can provide a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment where children feel secure and thrive
• Is flexible and committed to the wider life of the school

In Return, We Offer:

• Curious, enthusiastic children who love learning
• Tailored CPD and clear opportunities for career development
• A supportive, dedicated and friendly staff team
• A stimulating and nurturing working environment rooted in strong Catholic values

Information about the school

About Our School St. Michael Catholic Primary and Nursery School is a vibrant, values-led school community where every child — and every adult — is nurtured to flourish. As part of the Archdiocese of Southwark and Kent Catholic Schools Partnership (KCSP), we are rooted in Christian values and committed to serving the local community. At the heart of our ethos are the CIRCLE values: Care, Independence, Resilience, Church, Learning, and Enjoyment. We are proud to have been judged Outstanding in all areas in our most recent Catholic School Inspection (Dec 2023) and maintained a Good rating from Ofsted (2019). Our enriched curriculum includes: - Forest School led by a Level 3 practitioner - Primary Science Quality Mark, - Gold Artsmark, - NAACE ICT Award, and - Inclusive Schools Quality Mark - Strong participation in local sports events as part of the STRIVE Sports Partnership

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Job Contact Information

• Name:Kim Cleall-Harding
• Address:Hills Terrace, Hills Terrace, Chatham, Kent, ME4 6PX
• Telephone: 01634832578
• Email: cleak003@st-michaels.medway.sch.uk

Fax: 1634832578

Documents

Below are documents that have been added to this vacancy.

• Notes to applicant
• Application Form
• Job Description