Qualified Nursery Assistants

The Lodge; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An outstanding nursery in Ipswich is seeking a full-time Level 3 qualified nursery practitioner to join their supportive team. The role involves delivering the EYFS curriculum and creating a stimulating environment for children aged 3 months to 5 years. The starting salary ranges from £24,277 to £25,057 per annum, alongside generous benefits such as 28 days of paid holiday, wellbeing support, free gym access, and a healthy lunch program. A commitment to children's welfare is essential.

Benefits

Attractive pension scheme

Wellbeing scheme with online GP support

Free swimming pool and gym access

Free daily lunch

Limited free parking

Generous school fee remission after 3+ years

Qualifications

• Experience working in a nursery setting is preferred.
• Ability to provide emotional and intellectual support to children.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the EYFS curriculum effectively.
• Create a safe and stimulating learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with other staff members.

Skills

Team collaboration

Childcare provision

EYFS curriculum knowledge

Education

Level 3 qualification in childcare

Job description

We offer exceptional childcare provision for children aged 3 months to 5 years, in the centre of Ipswich. You will join a team of professional, qualified staff in a caring, supportive setting. We were rated as ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent Ofsted inspection (September 2022).

About You

As an important member of our nursery team, you will help us to deliver the EYFS curriculum, which ensures a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for children attending our nursery. You will work closely with other staff to provide a stimulating, safe and caring learning environment appropriate to the needs of the children in our care.

Working Hours

You will work for 37.5 hours each week on Mondays‑Fridays throughout the year on a rota to make sure we maintain our staffing ratios during the nursery opening hours.

Vacancies

We currently have vacancies for full‑time Level 3 qualified nursery practitioners to join our outstanding team of professional staff in our caring, supportive setting.

Salary & Benefits

Your starting salary will be between £24,277 and £25,057 per annum if you are Level 3 qualified, and will depend on your skills, qualifications and experience. All our appointments are subject to the satisfactory completion of a 6‑month probationary period. You will have 28 days’ paid holiday each year (including bank holidays) and a further 5 days as paid time off when the nursery is closed in August (one day) and at Christmas (four days). This gives a total of 33 days’ paid time off each year.

• We offer an attractive pension scheme with life cover.
• You will also join Smart Health, a wellbeing scheme for staff offering 24/7 online GP and mental health support.
• You’ll be able to use the school’s swimming pool and fitness gym free of charge.
• We offer a free freshly prepared lunch each day in school.
• We have (limited) free parking available for staff.
• You may be entitled to generous school fee remission after you have been with us for 3 + years.