Pre-School Assistant - 25 hours

Required 1st September 2025

The children, staff and Governing Body of Croftlands Infant and Nursery School are looking to appoint a Pre-School assistant, on a fixed term contract until July 2026 due to budgetary funding . PCD5 FTE Salary £25,183.00 pro rata . Hours – 25 hours per week, over 5 days.This Is An All Year Round Position.

We are seeking a dedicated and caring Child care Assistant to join our vibrant nursery team. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the well-being and development of children from 2-3 years old. If you have a passion for early childhood care, a positive attitude, and a commitment to providing a nurturing environment, we encourage you to apply.  

About the Role: 
As a Pre-school Assistant, you will be responsible for:  
•    Providing individualized care and attention to Children, including personal care. 
•    Creating a stimulating and safe play environment that supports child development. 
•    Observing and documenting children’s progress and development. 
•    Collaborating with parents and other staff members to ensure consistent care. 
•    Maintaining a clean and organized class room. 
•    Adhering to health and safety regulations and safeguarding procedures. 
•    Supporting the development and implementation of individual care plans. 
What We're Looking For: 
•    A genuine passion for working with young children and babies. 
•    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
•    Ability to work effectively as part of a team. 
•    Patience, empathy, and a calm demeanor. 
•    A willingness to learn and develop your skills. 
•    Relevant childcare qualifications (Minimum Level 3) 
•    Experience in a childcare setting (experience with under 2’s preferred) 
•    Paediatric First Aid qualification. 

In return you will receive employee benefits including above statutory holiday allowance and a generous pension scheme. 
A strong, supportive and experienced staff team
Enthusiastic, thoughtful and well-mannered children
School values that are integral to school life
Opportunities for continuing, supportive professional development

Croftlands Infant and Nursery is a successful and inclusive nursery and infant school, in the very heart of the Croftlands, Ulverston community.  We are a vibrant learning community who teach and nurture a group of bright and enthusiastic children. We have a dedicated staff team who work together toward a shared ethos. Our Croftlands Infant & Nursery School motto  "Be Caring. Be Happy. Always do your best" encompasses who we are and what we are about. We are proud of our children.

Croftlands Infant and Nursery school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and well-being of its pupils. The school engages with young people and staff in Policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks, which include a satisfactory enhanced DBS check (to include a children’s barred list check), references, and Right to Work in the UK 

Pupils behave well in lessons and around school. They learn to treat each other with respect as soon as they join the school in the early years. Pupils are polite to adults.

The school is a calm and friendly place to learn and play."Ofsted, November 2023. 

An application form can be requested from the school office – admin@croftlandsinf.cumbria.sch.uk. All applications, including a completed application form and a supporting letter of no more than 1 side of A4, should be emailed to admin@croftlandsinf.cumbria.sch.uk  before the closing date below, for the attention of the Headteacher and Governing Body. 

Closing date for applications is Friday July 4th  2025, at 12 Noon. 
Interviews will be held the week commencing 7th July 2025  – you will be contacted directly if invited to attend.

If you have not heard from us by that date, then your application has been unsuccessful in this instance.