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Nursery Assistant

Working hours: 8am – 4pm 5 days a week plus 2 days covering aftercare until 5.25pm per week.

Permanent Contract ideally to start after the February half term.

Level: NVQ Level 3 qualified

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: 5.00pm, 16^th January 2026

Godstowe is one of the leading girls’ preparatory boarding schools in the U.K. with pupils aged between 3 to 13.  Although the School is non-selective at entry, the girls and boys achieve outstanding results in their academic studies and all-round education. 

The Nursery at Godstowe enjoys an enviable reputation.  Children are nurtured in the charming surroundings of our buildings and is known as the ‘Little Godstowe Nursery’.  Classes are small and opportunities abound for the children to develop their love of learning.

We require a Level 3 Nursery Assistant who will assist us in the Nursery on a permanent full time basis. Please see job description for full details of the role.

The role presents an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to immerse themselves in the environment of an outstanding educational institution.  It would be very suitable for someone who has recently qualified NVQ Level 3 Childcare and who would benefit from being mentored by our experienced and dedicated staff.  

If you have a good general standard of education, professional outlook and a can-do attitude coupled with a good sense of humour, as well as a caring and supportive personality, we would welcome your application. 

Previous experience of having looked after children will be an advantage.  Full training will be given in all aspects of the safeguarding of children, health & safety and our IT systems.

Remuneration for the position includes a salary paid monthly as well as staff lunch, pension scheme, and staff wellbeing initiatives.

To apply for the position, please follow the process outlined below. 

Visits to the school prior to interview are warmly welcomed. To arrange a visit or if you would like more information about the role, please contact us at [email protected]

Please note that the School reserves the right to interview on receipt of applications and to appoint prior to the deadline, so early application is recommended.

If you have any questions do not hesitate to connect us at [email protected]

Job Description