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Nursery Playworker
Bourne Abbey Church of England Primary Academy
Source: UK Teaching Vacancies API · original listing ↗
Source date: 10/27/2026
About this role
Are you creative, compassionate and caring? Are you inspiring and curious about how you can make a difference to the lives of our youngest children? Do you enjoy working with others as part of a team? Abbey Ark Nursery at Bourne Abbey Church of England Primary Academy, Part of Infinity Academies Trust are looking to appoint an outstanding Nursery Playworker to work in our Nursery within our EYFS setting . This role has a flexible working pattern to include a combination of 7:30am start time and 6pm finish time. This role is offered on maternity cover, fixed-term basis until 31.07.2027. Please note this may end sooner if the substantive postholder returns whereby one months notice will be given The following attributes are desirable: Knowledge and awareness of Early Years framework Knowledge and awareness of Safeguarding children in Early Years Ability to make positive interactions with children to develop oracy Willingness to lead small group activities Confident to share creative ideas that enhance the planning and learning environment. Ability to be flexible and an enthusiastic team player. Applicants should have achieved Grade C or above in GCSE Maths & English or equivalent and a minimum of a Level 3 diploma in childcare. Experience of working within early years is essential. We strive to support our team by offering training and support for you and will endeavour to develop you as a valuable member of our team. Visits to the nursery are encouraged. If you wish to find out more information, please contact us on 01778 391695 or abbey.ark@abbeyacademies.co.uk.