Nursery Teaching Assistant

The Harbour Schools Partnership, Exeter, EX2 5AW

8 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  10 October 2025 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  2 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Early years
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Fixed term
• Full-time equivalent salary: £24,796 - £25,185

Nursery Teaching Assistant job summary

Salary: NJC Grade B: £24,796 - £25,185 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Working Pattern: This is a part-time, fixed term position working 13 hours per week, 38 weeks per year until 31st August 2026 (08.30 - 15.30 Monday & Friday).

We are seeking a kind, caring and passionate Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated Nursery team and help deliver the very best for our wonderful children.

South Molton Community Primary School Nursery offers childcare for children aged 2 years to rising 5 year olds. The nursery features a purpose-built indoor and outdoor environment designed for play and exploration.

We would love for you to join us if you are a wonderful team mate!

Our 2 year olds and pre-schoolers can't wait to meet you!

The successful applicants must show:

Enthusiasm to work as part of a team Ability to liaise effectively with colleagues, parents and carers Positive attitude and take pride in your work Great organisational skills Flexible approach to work Ability to use initiative Committed to providing a high-quality service Awareness of the importance for confidentiality You will work in a highly supportive team within a positive setting. High levels of initiative and flexibility are essential along with excellent communication skills.

To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 10th October 2025, interviews will be held on Monday 13th October 2025.

All shortlisted applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

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

Ventrus is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.

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 The Harbour Schools Partnership

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/ventrus-limited

Ventrus is a group of Devon schools that actively collaborate to improve children's outcomes. As a Trust, we offer excellent career and development opportunities.

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