Job Description

2 x Level 3 Nursery Learning Support Assistants, Tidcombe Primary School

Contract Term:

Permanent

Hours:

32.5 hours per week - 8:30am - 3:30pm

Grade:

STC Grade 3 - NJC Points 6-9 Starting Salary 19,723 per annum (25,989 FTE)

Weeks per annum:

39 weeks per year

Closing Date:

9am on 10th November 2025

Interview Date:

17th November 2025

Start Date:

January 2026

Benefits

- Local Government Pension Scheme

- Cycle to work scheme

- Tax Free Childcare

- Employee Assistance Programme

Are you ready to make a difference to individual lives, supporting learning and community? We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Level 3 Nursery Support Assistant to join our collaborative academy, which is centred around humility and respect. This is an exciting opportunity to join Tidcombe Primary School, in Tiverton, part of St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust.

Tidcombe Primary School boasts a 'good' Ofsted rating. It is dedicated to embracing the arts and physical education, to deliver a rich curriculum entwined with day trips, sports and a wide range of extra-curricular activities. As a school they are passionate about reading, and are currently working on strategies for improving mental maths for all of their pupils. Their values of empathy, aspiration, resilience, confidence and enquiry are embedded into the culture of the school, and they are well regarded within the community.

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate a calm and patient demeanour, who is committed to helping young people achieve their full potential. You will have had previous experience in working with children in a similar setting and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike.

To arrange a tour of the school prior to your application please call 01884 252973

Please note the essential qualifications required for this role detailed in the person specification.

Please visit the below link for information on how to apply:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/work-with-us/current-vacancies

If you have any issues with the Sam People Recruit system please call 01924 907319, for query's regarding the post please contact The People Team via people@stcmat.org

Applications need to be completed by

9am

on

10th November 2025.

Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, for all shortlisted applicants. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.

Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:

https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies

Our commitment to EDI

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 19,723.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person