Staff Vacancies

Level 2 Early Years Teaching Assistant

Start date: September 2025

Contract: Initially fixed term for 1 year

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, 8.30 – 3.30, Monday – Friday, Term time only.

Salary: Grade 5 - £24,790 - £25,584 Actual pro-rata salary £18,215 - £18,799

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Level 2 Early Years Teaching Assistant to join our early years team, working in our new Nursery provision. If you share our passion for making a real difference to the lives of children, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role:

As a key member of our Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) team, you will:

Support the teacher and nursery lead in delivering a creative and stimulating curriculum
Provide one-to-one and group support to children aged 3–5
Foster a safe, nurturing, and positive learning environment
Help with planning, observations, and assessments in line with EYFS framework
Assist with the daily routines, including snack time, outdoor play, and hygiene

What We’re Looking For:

A Level 2 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare (or equivalent)
Experience working with children in an EYFS setting
A warm, caring, and patient approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

We offer:

Opportunity to grow - we’ll support you in developing your career
Like minded colleagues, so you can benefit from others’ experience
Children who have a love of learning and a highly motivated staff team
A caring and happy learning environment
High expectations and excellent behaviour
Staff well-being programme
Local Government Pension Scheme
Supportive community of parents and governors

L2 Teaching Assistant Job Description

To apply online please click on the link Early Years Teaching Assistant application however if you require a paper copy of the application form, have any questions about the position or would like to arrange a visit to the school, please do not hesitate to contact the school office 01235 520456 or email office.3247@st-nicolas.oxon.sch.uk

The closing date for applications is Sunday 15th June at Midnight and interviews are provisionally planned to be held on Wednesday 18th June. However, the School reserves the right to Interview on receipt of sufficient applications so if you are interested, please apply as early as you can.

Safer Recruitment

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

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Cleaner

Start date: As soon as possible

7.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, either 6.30-8.00am or 3.30-5.00pm

We are seeking a reliable individual to join our cleaning team. The position would suit someone with cleaning experience or a person with a willingness to undertake training and work to a high standard. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment for students, staff and visitors. For full details of the duties, please refer to the Job Description below.

We will provide:

Induction and training
the opportunity to join the Local Government Pension Scheme
Staff wellbeing programme

Cleaner Job Description

Applications can be made online by clicking on the link Cleaning position application form however if you require a paper copy of the application form or have any questions about the position, please do not hesitate to contact the school office 01235 520456 or email office.3247@st-nicolas.oxon.sch.uk

Safer Recruitment

The closing date for applications is 16th June 2025. However, the School reserves the right to Interview on receipt of sufficient applications so if you are interested, please apply as early as you can.