Nursery Assistant – Wandsworth – October 2025 Start

 
Location: Wandsworth, South West London
Contract: October 2025 – July 2026 (Term-Time Only)
Pay: minimum £444 per week (PAYE)
Interviews: ASAP

 
Are you a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant looking to join a warm and supportive primary school this October?

 
A small, 1-form entry primary school in Wandsworth is seeking a Nursery Assistant to join their expanding Early Years team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who loves working with young children and wants to gain valuable experience in an inspiring and nurturing school environment. The school welcomes applications from graduates and experienced Nursery Assistants alike.

 
About the School:

• 1-form entry community primary school for ages 2–11
• Beautiful classical building with modern facilities and large outdoor play areas
• Expanding Early Years provision: 2-year-old (24 pupils) and 3-year-old (32 pupils) settings, with a 9-month provision launching in January
• High EAL population (around 60%) with over 49 languages spoken
• Recently restructured leadership team bringing a fresh and forward-thinking approach
• Five new teachers, including three ECTs, creating an energetic and collaborative environment
• Values-led recruitment ethos: “skills can be taught”
• Mornings focus on early development and learning, with afternoons offering creative and play-based enrichment activities

 
The Role:

• Supporting children aged 2–4 with their early learning, play, and personal care needs
• Helping to create a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child can thrive
• Assisting with planned EYFS activities in phonics, early maths, and expressive arts
• Encouraging curiosity, confidence, and social development through play
• Hours: 08:30–15:30 with a 30-minute break

 
We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with children aged 2–4 (Nursery or Early Years setting preferred)
• A caring, patient, and reliable approach to supporting young learners
• Good understanding of child development and the EYFS Framework
• A relevant Level 2/3 Early Years qualification (desirable but not essential)
• An Enhanced DBS certificate

 
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