Level 3 Qualified Nursery Assistant required for September 2026

Monday to Friday 8:30am to 3:30pm (30 minute unpaid lunch break)

32.5 hrs per week

Term time only

Grade 3 point 3

Actual salary £18,173

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Manor Drive Primary Academy as we seek to recruit a committed, hardworking and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join our friendly and dedicated Nursery. Our EYFS has recently been grade Outstanding by Ofsted. The successful candidate will work alongside our experienced Nursery team. The successful candidate must hold a Level 3 or above Early Years Educator qualification.

This is an exciting time to be joining the MAT as it grows, all schools in the MAT have a common interest of improving the standards for students in Peterborough. The Trust’s vision is to ensure that every student succeeds; build on what learners already know; make learning vivid and real; make learning an enjoyable experience; and enrich students’ learning experience. This is an exciting time to join our school, as we work hard to provide an excellent level of education for our pupils and to create a positive school community to serve the Manor Drive area.

The Academy is supported by the Multi Academy Trust, with all schools involved sharing a common interest in improving the standards of education for children in Peterborough. Although small, we offer a friendly and supportive school environment, a positive teaching team, polite and engaged children, dedicated leadership and governance teams, research informed teaching practices, a comprehensive induction programme and opportunities for CPD through links across the Trust.

Please apply via MyNew Term. Informal enquiries should be directed to Laura White, PA to the Headteacher, on 01733 598001 or lwhite@manordriveprimary.org.uk

Closing Date: 9am Monday 1 June 2026

The Four Cs MAT is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.   We reserve the right to close the job advert early should we receive a high number of applications. If you have previously applied for this role in the past 6 months, please do not reapply.  All appointments involve regulated activity and are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, Barred Check List and two successful references. Online searches are carried out on all shortlisted candidates.