Learning Support Assistant (EYFS/Nursery Practitioner)

Salary details: £ - £

Harpur Hill Primary School and Nursery are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, reliable and motivated EYFS/Nursery practitioner, who is committed to providing high quality learning and care.

You will need to work effectively as part of a team, taking guidance and support from experienced nursery staff and where necessary, work in partnership with a range of external supporting agencies.

The successful candidates must:

• have experience working in a nursery and ideally have worked with children aged 2, 3 or 4, individually and with small groups
• be passionate about early years and love working with children
• be hard working and enthusiastic
• be flexible, caring and kind
• be committed to high expectations for all children
• have a clear understanding of child centred learning in EYFS

 We can offer:

• friendly and enthusiastic children
• a warm, caring atmosphere
• opportunities for professional development
• happy and supportive staff

We are a large, happy and vibrant primary school with our own nursery on site, located in Harpur Hill, near Buxton, Derbyshire.  Our families are supportive and we have strong links with the wider community. 

If you have any enquiries, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office on 01298 23261. 

Please see our website to find out more details about our school:- www.harpurhill.derbyshire.sch.uk

Provisional Interview Date: Week commencing 12 January 2026

Due to this post having access to children and/or vulnerable adults, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. The possession of a criminal record will not necessarily prevent an applicant from obtaining this post, as all cases are judged individually according to the nature of the role and information provided. Click here to see our policy on criminal background checks.