Nursery Assistant

• Old Buckenham Hall School

• Address: Brettenham Park Bury Road Ipswich Suffolk IP7 7PH

• Salary: 12.71 per hour

• Hours: 40 hours per week

• Contract:Fixed Term for 2 terms (September 2026 - March 2027)

• Reference: 8810

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Nursery Assistant to join our vibrant early years setting. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is passionate about child development and thrives in a fast-paced creative environment. Whether you are looking to start your career in childcare or bring your existing experience to a new team we provide a supportive space where you can grow.

How to apply

For more information and to apply please register and complete an application via our recruitment portal.

Closing date:22 May 2026.

Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date. Therefore an early application is strongly advised.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers online searches (including the dark web) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Diversity Equity and Inclusion are key facets of our core ethos that the Whole Person is the Whole point. Find out more here: Diversity Equity and Inclusion - Rugby School

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race sex disability religion/belief sexual orientation gender reassignment or age.

We have a team of internal recruiters and advertise our vacancies to attract candidates and not agency suppliers. If we need agency assistance we will reach out to our trusted partners. Any speculative CVs we receive will not be accepted as an introduction.

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