Nursery Nurse Assistant

St Modwen's Catholic Primary School, Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire, DE13 0AJ

7 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  January 2027

• Closing date

  20 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  13 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full time equivalent salary: £26,427.00 - £26,847.00 Annually (FTE)

Nursery Nurse Assistant job summary

Our Trust

At the heart of our Catholic Multi-Academy Trust is a mission that shapes everything we do. Inspired by the witness of St Gabriel the Archangel, we are Forming Christ-centred pilgrims of hope with kind hearts, questioning minds, a thirst for knowledge, and a hunger for justice. These characteristics are lived out in our schools, they shape our culture, leadership, teaching, and our community. St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust is a family of 64 schools working together to provide high-quality, faith-filled education to every child we serve.

St Modwen’s Catholic Primary School, Burton-on-Trent, part of St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust, is a welcoming and inclusive school with a warm, caring and supportive atmosphere, open to families of all faiths. We are committed to high standards in wellbeing, behaviour and personal development, alongside fostering a strong sense of community and providing enriching opportunities for every child. Rooted in our Catholic values, we provide a nurturing environment where every child — and every member of staff — is valued, supported and encouraged to thrive.

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Nursery Nurse Assistant to join our team.

The successful candidate will provide support to pupils, helping them engage with the curriculum, develop their skills and build confidence in a positive, nurturing and inclusive environment.

We are looking for someone who is patient, caring and enthusiastic, with a genuine commitment to supporting children and helping them achieve their full potential.

Required to start in January 2027

32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term-time only plus INSETS

About the Role:

Working closely with the class teacher and wider school team, you will provide support to help the children access learning, participate in classroom activities and develop greater independence.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Support nursery-aged children with their learning and development through engaging, age-appropriate and play-based activities.
• Assist with preparing, organising and maintaining learning resources, toys and classroom equipment.
• Promote positive behaviour, encourage independence and support children's social, emotional and communication development.
• Help provide a safe, nurturing, stimulating and inclusive environment that meets children's individual needs.
• Supervise and support children during indoor and outdoor activities, mealtimes and personal care routines.
• Observe children's development, monitor their wellbeing and communicate progress or concerns to the nursery teacher and wider team.

About You

The ideal candidate will be:

• Caring, patient, approachable and nurturing.
• Enthusiastic about supporting children’s learning and development.
• Able to build positive, trusting relationships with children.
• Calm, flexible and proactive in responding to individual needs.
• A good communicator who works effectively as part of a team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Supportive of the ethos and values of our Catholic school.

Previous experience in a primary school or working with children with additional needs would be an advantage.

What We Can Offer:

We provide a supportive and friendly working environment where you will be a valued member of our close-knit school community. You will have opportunities for training and professional development, enjoy a competitive salary and benefits, and work in a safe and welcoming workplace.

Apply Today:
Join a welcoming, close-knit community where every day is an opportunity to make a positive difference.

Informal enquiries and further details can be obtained from Mrs C Salt, Business & Facilities Manager, csalt@st-modwens.staffs.sch.uk

For further information about St Modwen’s Catholic Primary School, please visit the school website, https://www.st-modwens.staffs.sch.uk/

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and pre-employment medical clearance. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), online searches will also be carried out for shortlisted candidates. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

St Modwen’s Catholic Primary School is proud to be part of St Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Multi-Academy Trust. A company limited by guarantee registered in England & Wales with company number 08146661. Registered Office Address: Station Road, Cheadle, Staffordshire ST10 1LH. Telephone: 01538 493777

School Email: office@st-modwens.staffs.sch.uk

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About St Modwen's Catholic Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, Roman Catholic, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: Up to 420 pupils
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: St Modwen's Catholic Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-modwen-s-catholic-primary-school-burton-on-trent

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