Nursery / EY Assistant

St Marie’s Catholic Primary School

Avondale Street

Standish

WN6 0LF

Salary: Grade 2, £13,200 per annum. £13.48 per hour

22.5 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year

Required for January 2027

Your Role:

Hours of work: Monday to Friday 8:30 to 13:00

Qualifications: A full and relevant Level 2 qualification in Early Years/Child Care or above.

The Governing Board, staff and children of St. Marie’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, friendly and approachable Nursery / EY Assistant to work as part of a highly motivated team and who must be supportive of our Catholic ethos.

St Marie’s Before and After School Club and Pre School is a well-established out of school club catering for children from 3 11 years of age.

About you:

We are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Early Years Nursery Practitioner to help deliver play activities in the pre-school setting and during lunch break. You will:

Have recent previous experience of working in an early years’ setting and attained Level 2 or 3, or above early years qualification.

Have a positive and influential outlook who role models good practice

Be adaptable to the needs of the nursery and organisation

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.

All posts are subject to pre-employment checks, Enhanced DBS and references will be sought.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking for a challenging role within a supportive environment.

About us:

We offer:

A caring, welcoming school where everybody is valued

Friendly, respectful and hardworking children, staff and governors

A supportive, enthusiastic team committed to school improvement and every child achieving their potential

A commitment to Continued Professional Development

Please note the CES Application form must be completed and CVs will not be accepted.

Visits to the school are encouraged, please call the school office to arrange a convenient date and time 01257 422975.

Applications forms are returnable to the school

If you require any further information, please contact the school on 01257 422975, Email: enquiries@admin.saintmaries.wigan.sch.uk Website: www.saintmaries.wigan.sch.uk

Interview date: 2 December 2026

Closing Date: 29th November 2026

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check.

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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