- School: Hindpool Nursery School
- Job Reference: 3024
- Job type: Nursery Assistant/ Nursery Lead
- Contract: Permanent
- Work pattern: Part-time
- Salary: Please see below
- Date posted: Friday 3 October 2025
- Closing date for applications: Friday 7 November 2025
- Employer: Westmorland and Furness Council
ETC Excellence Through Collaboration
Dane Ghyll Community Primary School and Nursery, Brisbane Park Infant School, Hindpool Nursery School.
Hindpool Nursery require a Nursery Assistant (9 Months upwards)
PCD5 £25,989 (pro rata) (£13.47 per hour)
35 core hours Monday – Friday (plus additional hours between 7.45 and 5.15pm when necessary) (term time only) Start date 6th January 2026. Permanent position.
Hindpool Nursery School seek Nursery Assistant with initiative and a caring, positive and flexible approach is required. The post will involve working closely in a team, supporting and providing individual care for pupils with a range of needs. The role will involve primarily working in 9 month old room but also working across our whole nursery site, with children from 2 – 4 years old.
Essentials
• Is a committed, enthusiastic and has a passion for working with children
• Experience of working in this age range
• Works well as part of a team
• Holds at least an NVQ level 2
• Be a committed team member and be willing to become involved in the wider life of the school
• Have high expectations of both themselves and pupils
• Able to take the initiative and make decisions.
Desirables
• Confidence in dealing with children.
• NVQ level 3
• Understanding of Safeguarding in School; Health and Safety; Data Protection; Confidentiality issues
• Will support all staff to create stimulating learning environments
Hindpool Nursery School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of its pupils, engages with young people and staff in policy and practice developments, proactively encourages feedback and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS clearance and medical clearance is necessary before any candidate may take up a post.
Applicants must be suitably qualified with an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent. Induction support will be available, and a commitment to the school’s inclusive ethos is essential.
Closing date for applications via email, to admin@hindpool.cumbria.sch.uk
Friday 7th November 2025
Interviews week commencing Monday 10th November 2025
Contact Hindpool Nursery School
Address
Hindpool Nursery School
Bath Street
Barrow-In-Furness
LA14 5TS