Job Description
Summary:
Join our Nursery Assistant team at a school in Ipswich. Support young children aged 3 months to 5 years.
About the School:
A school with a long-standing reputation for academic excellence and community engagement. It fosters a positive, inclusive environment where students and staff thrive together.
The Opportunity:
As a Nursery Assistant, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality childcare and early years education. You will support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum and help create a safe, stimulating environment for children to learn and grow.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the delivery of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum to ensure children’s development.
- Work closely with other staff to maintain a safe, caring and stimulating environment for children.
- Assist with the planning and delivery of activities that promote physical, emotional, social and intellectual development.
- Help manage the daily routine, including meals, play, and outdoor learning.
- Support children in transitioning between age groups, including Discoverers, Explorers, Adventurers, and Pre-School.
- Ensure the nursery environment is clean, tidy and welcoming at all times.
- Assist in maintaining accurate records of children’s progress and development.
- Promote positive relationships with parents and carers through regular communication.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Level 3 qualified nursery practitioner or equivalent.
- Experience working with young children in a nursery or early years setting.
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team and take responsibility for own role.
Preferred
- Experience with the EYFS curriculum.
- Experience working in a busy, multi-age nursery setting.
- Knowledge of child development and play-based learning.
- Flexibility to work a full-time rota, including weekends and holidays.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive annual salary of £25,272.
- 33 days of paid leave per year, including bank holidays and school closure periods.
- Access to a defined contribution pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Free use of the school’s swimming pool and fitness gym.
- Free freshly prepared lunch during school term time.