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Little Jo’s Day Nursery
Address: St Joseph’s College, Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 9DR
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full time, all year round
Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
Reference: 0876
St Joseph’s College is an independent school with Christian values, providing a welcoming and inclusive community where everyone has the space to thrive. We take happiness seriously and are committed to providing a stable, nurturing and inspiring environment in which children, students and staff can flourish.
Little Jo’s Day Nursery share our beautiful 60-acre campus, creating a strong sense of belonging across the whole College community.
As we continue to develop Little Jo’s Day Nursery, we are seeking engaging, caring and inspirational Nursery Assistants to join our dedicated team. The nursery provides a warm and nurturing environment for children aged 9 months to 4 years, with a play-based curriculum that encourages creativity, curiosity and a love of learning. Our extensive grounds also provide exciting opportunities for outdoor learning and exploration.
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You will:
- Have an excellent understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) and the learning and development needs of young children.
- Be passionate about supporting children to learn, grow and thrive
- Be committed to providing high-quality care and experiences that support their intellectual, physical, social and emotional development.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive and inspirational team and to contribute to the continued development of Little Jo’s Day Nursery as part of the wider St Joseph’s College community.
To find out more
For further details, please email the HR Officer on careers@stjos.co.uk or call 01473 690281.
How to apply
To apply, please visit our website [https://www.stjos.co.uk/career/nursery-assistant/]
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Closing date: 12 pm, 17 August 2026.
The College reserves the right to interview prior to the closing deadline, so early applications are encouraged.
St Joseph’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please be advised that applications cannot be accepted unless they are on the College’s Application Form. References will be taken up and will be carefully checked. DBS charge payable by applicant.
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