Location
Colne Newtown Nursery School, West Street, Colne, Lancashire, BB8 0HP (86 on roll)
Tel: 01282 864411
School website: www.newtownnursery.co.uk
Summary
Newtown Nursery School is seeking a caring, enthusiastic and committed Teaching Assistant (Level 2a) to join our dedicated early years team. This is a wonderful opportunity to support young children at a crucial stage in their development and to work within a nurturing, child-centred environment.
At Newtown Nursery School, we value our staff and invest in their wellbeing, development and professional growth.
As part of our team, you will benefit from:
- Premium SAS Wellbeing Package, including:
- Access to counselling and mental health support
- Physiotherapy and GP services
- Financial, legal and lifestyle advice
- A warm, supportive and collaborative staff team
- High-quality CPD and opportunities for professional development
- A positive, inclusive school culture where staff wellbeing is prioritised
- A well-resourced learning environment
- Strong leadership support and clear guidance
- A commitment to safeguarding and staff training
We are looking for someone who:
- Builds warm, positive relationships with young children
- Can support childrens learning under the clear guidance of the class teacher
- Is patient, nurturing and committed to childrens personal, social and emotional development
- Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively
- Can help children stay on task and engage in structured learning activities
- Understands the importance of confidentiality and safeguarding
- Has a flexible, proactive approach to supporting the needs of the school
You will be supporting individuals and small groups, helping to monitor progress, assisting with classroom organisation, and contributing to a positive learning environment.
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.
Closing Date 9 am 03/07/2026
Essential Qualifications
NVQ Level 3 or above qualification appropriate to the post
Desirable Qualifications
- First Aid or Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Essential Experience
- Experience of working with or caring for children of relevant age
- Ability to relate well to children and support their learning
- Ability to supervise and assist pupils
- Good communication skills
Good numeracy and literacy skills
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Desirable Experience
- Experience of working in a classroom or early years environment
- Knowledge of Early Years Foundation Stage
- Ability to make effective use of ICT
- Organisational and time management skills
For an informal discussion please contact:
Sarah Midgley (Headteacher) or Tori Parsons (Deputy Headteacher) on 01282 864411
Proposed Interview Date:
08/06/2026
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.
