Location
Nelson Mcmillan Nursery School, Railway Street, Nelson, Lancashire, BB9 9AG (72 on roll)
Tel: 01282 612709
School website: www.mcmillan.lancsngfl.ac.uk
Summary
McMillan Nursery School is a maintained nursery school looking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant at this popular and growing school. The role will be in the 2-year-old department in the first instance. It is a variable hours contract, but we anticipate you working 34 hours per week, term time only. The post is to start in September 2026.
We are looking for someone who cares passionately about improving outcomes for children. We aim to offer the highest standards of education and care to our children and their families, with provision for 2-year-olds through to school entry at a range of local primary schools.
McMillan Nursery can offer you an exciting opportunity, with a friendly and committed team which values continued professional development.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
Essential Qualifications
NVQ level 2 or above Early Years qualification appropriate to the post (or equivalent)
Desirable Qualifications
Paediatric First Aid
GCSE Maths and English Grade 4 or above/or equivalent
Desirable Experience
Working within Early Years
For an informal discussion please contact:
If you would like to make a visit to school, please contact the Head Teacher on 01282 612709 or
[email protected]
Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
