Qualifications/Experience:

Ideally the candidate will have either at least a Level 2 early years qualification OR experience working in early years OR experience working SEN children.

This contract is for two terms initially, with a view to extend to a possible permanent role in September 2026 (we are a term-time only pre-school nursery).

Minimum of 20 hours a week (08.45-12.45 or 12.00-16.00 or a combination across the week).

£12.21 an hour starting salary.

Responsibilities/Extra Information:

To work with a specific child with learning difficulties on a one to one basis under the direction of the SENCo and the Nursery Supervisor to provide safe, high quality education and care.

Prepare and set out any relevant equipment and resources for the child before they arrive and tidy up at the end of the session
Work alongside the SENCo to carry out targeted work with the child, assist with paperwork - keeping notes etc
Work solely with child and monitor them at all times including free play, group time, singing, story and register
Help the child to be part of their peer group at group time and encourage them to join in with the activity/activities within the group
To ensure the safety of the child at all times
Liaise regularly with the SENCo and current Keyworker
Advise the Nursery Supervisor of any matter requiring attention such as concerns about a child, or equipment needing repair or replacement
Attend staff meetings as required
Retain confidentiality of any information regarding the children, their families or other members of staff that you may become aware of through working at Lindfield
Contribute to and implement all nursery policies and procedures, especially those on equal opportunities
To be fully knowledgeable on all our policies and procedures at all times
To be trained in/attend a relevant paediatric first aid course*
To attend child protection/safeguarding course as necessary*
Commit to ongoing training* in relevant areas in order to support the child
General nursery assistant responsibilities

(All relevant training courses will be arranged by nursery)

Contact: Ruth Wiseall 01494725630

Please send your CV/Application form to:  

office@lindfieldnursery.org.uk

Link to provider website:  https://www.lindfieldnursery.org.uk/