Little Oaks Nursery

Administrator (permanent contract)

15 hours (5 mornings) per week – all year round

Salary: Grade 14 Point 6 (£13.47 per hour)

Start date to be agreed

We are a school based nursery currently offering childcare for ages two to four year olds. We are hoping to add a baby room to our new building, due for completion August 2026.

Job Summary:

You will be required to support the nursery manager with the administration side of the Nursery. This includes answering the phone, greeting parents, and liaising with the Local Authority to ensure all processes for claiming government funding are completed. Ideally, you will have previous experience of being in a similar role within nurseries or schools.

People skills are essential, together with good admin skills, telephone manner, and organisational skills.

About our Benefits:

As a Somerset Council employee working at Little Oaks Nursery, you can access a wide range of staff benefits. These include:

• A very generous 50% discount at Little Oaks Nursery for your child aged 2 – 4 years
• Comprehensive CPD – dedicated INSET days
• Nursery closure of 2 weeks at Christmas and at least 2 weeks during the school summer break, as well as an allocation of annual leave
• Access to a Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to a wide range of staff benefits to support your physical and mental wellbeing
• The Somerset Council ‘My Staff Shop’ will give you access to thousands of discounts, savings and deals for some of your favourite places!

Visits to Little Oaks Nursery are encouraged.

To apply for this role, you must have English and Maths to GCSE level or equivalent, have consistently high expectations of your own performance, have a great eye for detail and excellent administration and IT skills.

All applications should be submitted using the Somerset Council application form at the bottom of this page.

Alternatively, please contact Mrs Caroline Dibble, School Business Manager, St Mary’s CEVC Primary School and Little Oaks Nursery, by telephone: 01278 422691 or email: office@stmarysbridgwater.co.uk

Closing Date: Noon on Friday 26^th September 2025

Interviews: Thursday 2^nd October 2025

Little Oaks Nursery

Early Years Practitioner (permanent contract)

25.5 hours (3 days) per week – All year round

Salary: Grade 15 Point 4 (£13.05 per hour)

Start date to be agreed

We are looking to recruit an Early Years Practitioner, Level 3, for 3 days per week between the hours of 8:00am – 5:30pm.

Key skills and duties:

Most importantly, to have energy, enthusiasm, empathy, a sense of adventure and fun!

• Help with the planning and delivery of creative and fun opportunities according to children’s needs and interests to fulfil the requirements of the EYFS.

• Develop good strong relationships and communication with children parents/carers.

• Work creatively with children so they develop, learn and grow.

• Ensure all children have equal access to opportunities to learn and develop.

• Experience of working with children in an early learning environment

• Good communication skills

• Be a team player

About our Benefits:

As a Somerset Council employee working at Little Oaks Nursery, you can access a wide range of staff benefits. These include:

• A very generous 50% discount at Little Oaks Nursery for your child aged 2 – 4 years
• Comprehensive CPD – dedicated INSET days
• Nursery closure of 2 weeks at Christmas and at least 2 weeks during the school summer break, as well as an allocation of annual leave
• Access to a Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to a wide range of staff benefits to support your physical and mental wellbeing
• The Somerset Council ‘My Staff Shop’ will give you access to thousands of discounts, savings and deals for some of your favourite places!

The successful candidate will be given a comprehensive induction and be supported to flourish in an environment which promotes each staff member to be the best version of themselves.

Visits to Little Oaks Nursery are encouraged.

To apply for this role, you must hold at least a Level 3 Childcare qualification

All applications should be submitted using the Somerset Council application form at the bottom of this page.

Alternatively, please contact Mrs Caroline Dibble, School Business Manager, St Mary’s CEVC Primary School and Little Oaks Nursery, by telephone: 01278 422691 or email: office@stmarysbridgwater.co.uk

Closing Date: Noon on Tuesday 30^th September 2025

Interviews: Tuesday 7^th October 2025

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and employment

Little Oaks Nursery

Deputy Nursery Manager (permanent contract)

37 hours per week, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:30pm – all year round

The hours per week could be flexible for the right candidate

Salary: Grade 12 Point 15 (£15.56 per hour)

Start date to be agreed

Are you passionate about early childhood development and ready to take on a leadership role? Little Oaks Nursery is seeking a highly motivated Deputy Nursery Manager to join our dedicated team to contribute to the growth and success of our nurturing setting.

Job Summary:

As the Deputy Nursery Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager to oversee the day-to-day activities and provide exemplary care to our children. Your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring every individual child’s needs are met, including supporting parents with any SEND needs.

• Establishing strong relationships with parents and guardians, ensuring effective communication.

• Support, supervise and train nursery staff to ensure delivery of high-quality childcare practice and  develop open and positive working relationships with colleagues.

• Ensure we encourage and praise children’s development and achievements.

• Assisting in maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring the highest standards of health and safety

About our Benefits:

As a Somerset Council employee working at Little Oaks Nursery, you can access a wide range of staff benefits. These include:

• A very generous 50% discount at Little Oaks Nursery for your child aged 2 – 4 years
• Comprehensive CPD – dedicated INSET days
• Nursery closure of 2 weeks at Christmas and at least 2 weeks during the school summer break, as well as an allocation of annual leave
• Access to a Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to a wide range of staff benefits to support your physical and mental wellbeing
• The Somerset Council ‘My Staff Shop’ will give you access to thousands of discounts, savings and deals for some of your favourite places!

The successful candidate will be given a comprehensive induction, and supported to flourish in an environment which promotes each staff member to be the best version of themselves.

Visits to Little Oaks Nursery are encouraged.

To apply for this role, you must hold at least a Level 3 Childcare qualification

All applications should be submitted using the Somerset Council application form at the bottom of this page.

Alternatively, please contact Mrs Caroline Dibble, School Business Manager, St Mary’s CEVC Primary School and Little Oaks Nursery, by telephone: 01278 422691 or email: office@stmarysbridgwater.co.uk

Closing Date: Noon on Thursday 25^th September 2025

Interviews: Thursday 2^nd October 2025 (am)

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and employment references.