Early Years Assistant

Contract type: Specific Purpose Contract
Work pattern: 32.5 hours per week, Term Time only (38 weeks a year)
Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 3.30pm with 30 minute unpaid lunch break
Salary information: Scale 2, £21,045 - £21,346 per annum (dependent upon experience)

Start date: September 2025

BWI Church of England Primary School is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Early Years Assistant to join our team. We seek to provide a nurturing, inclusive, and enriching environment for our youngest learners. This is a unique opportunity to help shape the lives of children at the very start of their educational journey, fostering curiosity, creativity, and a love for learning.

If you do not currently have an EYFS qualification, we are able to offer training through an apprenticeship scheme.

We are looking for a nurturing, patient, and dedicated individual with a genuine passion for working with young children. The ideal candidate will have the ability to create a warm and welcoming environment where 2 and 3 year-olds feel safe and supported. They should be enthusiastic about early childhood education, with a strong understanding of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum. As a team player, they will work collaboratively with other staff, parents, and carers to provide the best possible start for each child. Adaptability, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children are essential qualities for this role.

We would welcome you to visit or phone the school.

Please ask to speak with Mrs Birch on 01895 633 520 or email rgoffice@bwi.o.uk.

Closing date: 17th July 2025 at 9.00am
Further information: Please note, that applicants may be offered interviews on receipt.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.