Qualified Nursery Assistant – Early Years Practitioner (Ipswich)

Suffolk County Council; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Free lunch

Free parking

Wellbeing support (Smart Health)

Job summary

The Lodge Day Nursery at Ipswich School is seeking a dedicated nursery practitioner to join our professional team. This permanent role offers 37.5 hours weekly, with a 5-month probation and an ASAP start. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment and support early years development.

Ideal candidates hold NVQ2/3, Paediatric First Aid and DBS clearance, with a commitment to ongoing professional development and working closely with staff and families.

Qualifications

• Ideally NVQ Level 2/3 in childcare or equivalent.
• Paediatric First Aid qualification is desirable.
• Knowledge of pupil welfare including child protection and development.
• Satisfactory DBS check required.
• Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Work with Room Leader and team to provide a safe, stimulating environment.
• Promote physical, emotional, intellectual and social development.
• Plan and prepare activities aligned to nursery themes and EYFS.
• Initiate, facilitate and evaluate age-appropriate activities.
• Ensure resources are available and maintain cleanliness and safety.

Skills

NVQ Level 2/3

Paediatric First Aid

Child protection

DBS check

Professional development

Experience with young children

Health & Safety

Learning Journey software

Child development knowledge

EYFS knowledge

Food hygiene

Education

NVQ Level 2/3

Tools

Online Learning Journey software

Computer basics

Job description

The Lodge Day Nursery at Ipswich School is seeking a dedicated nursery practitioner to join our professional team. This permanent role offers 37.5 hours weekly, with a 5-month probation and an ASAP start. You will help create a safe, nurturing environment and support early years development.

Ideal candidates hold NVQ2/3, Paediatric First Aid and DBS clearance, with a commitment to ongoing professional development and working closely with staff and families.