Pre-School Assistant (Bank Staff)
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 18 Mawrth 2026 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Rhan Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 23 Mawrth 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Crawley, West Sussex, RH10 4PA |
| Cwmni: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Math o swydd: | Dros dro |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 16ab4097-b9fe-440b-85ef-83569b7cee81 |
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What skills and experience we're looking for
Job Overview
We are seeking a pre-school assistant to support the senior staff in the day to day organisation and operation of the pre-school.
Job Description
Planning and Assessment:
• To notify senior staff of individual children’s progress and development, as appropriate.
• To assist the Supervisor or Deputy in charge by carrying out specific tasks following requests being made.
The Pre-School Environment:
• To assist in providing a caring and stimulating environment, so that the pre-school children are encouraged to develop to their full potential.
• During change over time ensure that resources are available and in good order and that the pre-school environment is welcoming.
• To support children in becoming enthusiastic learners by giving them time and space to explore and practice skills. Children are to be challenged, extended and encouraged to be independent.
• To be aware of the children’s personal, social and emotional needs and to respond to these appropriately.
Liaison and Communication:
• To attend staff meetings and training, if requested, to ensure continuing professional development.
Person Specification
• Essential Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent / or can show evidence of working towards an Early Years qualification
• Essential Experience: Experience with children aged from 2 years to less than 5 years of age. Preferably in day care or sessional setting.
• Desirable: Relevant First Aid Certificate.
Skills Required:
• To be able to assist senior staff in creating a safe, stimulating and caring environment.
• To be able to deliver the daily curriculum in a stimulating and challenging way with regards to children’s level of development.
• Have a working knowledge of the Early Learning Goals in the Foundation Stage Curriculum.
Personal Qualities:
• To be enthusiastic to work with children in a caring, understanding way.
• To work collaboratively with colleagues and parents.
• To have a commitment to equal opportunities, with regards to race, culture, religion and ability.
Please submit your application using the enclosed form, along with a supporting letter (please do not enclose a CV) stating how you satisfy the person specification and what you can bring to this role.
The supporting letter must be no more than 2 sides of A4. All applications must be accompanied by two references, one of which should be from your current employer. References may be sought as soon as applications are received. All applications will, of course, be treated with the strictest confidence.
What the school offers its staff
The school has:
• A welcoming atmosphere and a supportive working environment.
• Children who are well behaved and motivated.
• Children who have a love for learning and strive to achieve.
• Been judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted (June 2023), with Outstanding behaviour and attitudes, personal development and Early Years judgements.
• A warm and collaborative Christian character (J1 in the most recent SIAMS, 2025).
• A record of high achievement- the school was in the top 4% of schools in England for KS2 SATS in 2025.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Job Overview
We are seeking a pre-school assistant to support the senior staff in the day to day organisation and operation of the pre-school.
Job Description
Planning and Assessment:
• To notify senior staff of individual children’s progress and development, as appropriate.
• To assist the Supervisor or Deputy in charge by carrying out specific tasks following requests being made.
The Pre-School Environment:
• To assist in providing a caring and stimulating environment, so that the pre-school children are encouraged to develop to their full potential.
• During change over time ensure that resources are available and in good order and that the pre-school environment is welcoming.
• To support children in becoming enthusiastic learners by giving them time and space to explore and practice skills. Children are to be challenged, extended and encouraged to be independent.
• To be aware of the children’s personal, social and emotional needs and to respond to these appropriately.
Liaison and Communication:
• To attend staff meetings and training, if requested, to ensure continuing professional development.
Person Specification
• Essential Qualifications: NVQ Level 3 or equivalent / or can show evidence of working towards an Early Years qualification
• Essential Experience: Experience with children aged from 2 years to less than 5 years of age. Preferably in day care or sessional setting.
• Desirable: Relevant First Aid Certificate.
Skills Required:
• To be able to assist senior staff in creating a safe, stimulating and caring environment.
• To be able to deliver the daily curriculum in a stimulating and challenging way with regards to children’s level of development.
• Have a working knowledge of the Early Learning Goals in the Foundation Stage Curriculum.
Personal Qualities:
• To be enthusiastic to work with children in a caring, understanding way.
• To work collaboratively with colleagues and parents.
• To have a commitment to equal opportunities, with regards to race, culture, religion and ability.
Please submit your application using the enclosed form, along with a supporting letter (please do not enclose a CV) stating how you satisfy the person specification and what you can bring to this role.
The supporting letter must be no more than 2 sides of A4. All applications must be accompanied by two references, one of which should be from your current employer. References may be sought as soon as applications are received. All applications will, of course, be treated with the strictest confidence.
What the school offers its staff
The school has:
• A welcoming atmosphere and a supportive working environment.
• Children who are well behaved and motivated.
• Children who have a love for learning and strive to achieve.
• Been judged as ‘Good’ by Ofsted (June 2023), with Outstanding behaviour and attitudes, personal development and Early Years judgements.
• A warm and collaborative Christian character (J1 in the most recent SIAMS, 2025).
• A record of high achievement- the school was in the top 4% of schools in England for KS2 SATS in 2025.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment. Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance. Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant): childcare disqualification Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) medical online and social media prohibition from teaching right to work satisfactory references suitability to work with children You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.