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Job Description
St Joseph’s College
Address: Belstead Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 9DR
Salary: Competitive
Hours: Full time, all year round
Contract: Permanent
Reference: 0816
In order to develop the nursery further, St Joseph’s College are seeking inspirational and impactful Nursery Assistants for our nursery which caters for children from 2 years to pre-school.
You will demonstrate:
- an excellent understanding of learning and curriculum in the EYFS from age 2 - 5 years
- a track record of supporting children to learn, and of implementing initiatives
- strong organisation skills
- effective communication,
- emotional intelligence
- a positive outlook
- a proactive and creative approach to problem solving (essential).
St Joseph’s College is an independent school with Christian values that gives everyone the space to thrive and has a community of people with all faiths and none. Being part of the St Joseph’s community is a once in-a-lifetime experience. We provide a stable foundation for the children and students and we take happiness very seriously, in every part of our community.
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At St Jo’s we support the intellectual, spiritual, physical and emotional growth of every pupil. We firmly believe that children who thrive are the happiest of all and this creates an environment that is inspirational for staff as well as students.
The Prep School shares the leafy, 60-acre campus with the Senior School and there is an outstanding sense of belonging to the whole community, with some shared events, such as a whole college assembly once a week.
How To Apply
Further details and an application form can be found on our website or by contacting the HR Officer by email careers@stjos.co.uk or telephone 01473 690281.
Closing date: 12pm, 3 August 2026.
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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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