Job Title:                                        SEND 1:1 Nursery Assistant – Kents Hill Infant Academy

Contract:                                       Fixed Term until 31st August 2026

Hours per week:                      13 hours per week

Scale:                                              Scale 4, Point 7-8 (depending on qualifications and experience)

Actual Salary:                            £7,739.50 - £7,862.91 (depending on qualifications and experience)

Start Date:                                   Monday 23rd February 2026

Application Closes:                Wednesday 28th January 2026 Midday

Interview Date:                        Week commencing  2nd February 2026

Care, Nurture and Support – SEND 1:1 Nursery Assistant Wanted!

Are you a SEND Nursery Assistant? Kents Hill Infant Academy, part of the South Essex Academy Trust (SEAT), is looking for a caring, patient and dedicated SEND 1:1 Nursery Assistant to join our dynamic team!

At SEAT, we believe in belonging, compassion, curiosity, and empowerment—values that shape our commitment to excellence in education. In this role, you will help create a safe and nurturing environment that supports a child’s development and wellbeing throughout the nursery day.

You will be working 13 hours per week; Wednesday 8:30am – 3:30pm and Friday 8:30am – 3:30pm, term time only.

What’s in it for you?

• A supportive and inclusive work environment where you’re truly valued

• A Leadership Academy to fuel your professional growth

• A strong focus on staff well-being through our Employee Assistance Programme

• The chance to be part of a committed, forward-thinking team that empowers both pupils and colleagues

If you’re ready to make a real impact and take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you;

Apply now and be part of something amazing!

We warmly welcome and encourage visits to our school, call 01268 792500 to arrange directly.  We look forward to meeting you!

At the South Essex Academy Trust, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and actively promote equality of opportunity for all.

Kents Hill Infant Academy is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to uphold this commitment. We adhere to safer recruitment practices, and all appointments are subject to satisfactory DBS certification and references.

We encourage early applications, as this vacancy may close sooner than the advertised deadline.