New year, new challenge for 2026? Considering returning to work or starting a career in early years' education?

We are looking to recruit Nursery Assistants to join our team on a fixed-term contract working with children aged 2–5 years old.

We are keen to hear from candidates who have experience or are considering a career working with young children. Candidates need to have patience, flexibility, enthusiasm and be keen to learn!  The role will be supporting children with additional needs in our mainstream or special needs class. Due to the learning needs of the children, excellent spoken and written English is required.

We have a variety of hours available across the working week between the hours of 8.30am and 4pm, Monday to Friday. Please make it clear on your application form your availability. 

Salary based on Surrey Pay Scale S1/2 FTE £23,322 pro rata, term time – hourly rate £12.42

Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026, 12 noon 

Interviews: as soon as possible after closing date

Start date: as soon as possible following completion of pre-employment checks. 

For further details about the post contact Donna Harwood-Duffy, Executive Headteacher, 01306 882397 or email admin@dorking.surrey.sch.uk. To download information click on the links below:-

Please ensure you are able to meet the requirements of the Job Profile and refer to this in your application.

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