Full-time, 37.5 hours per week throughout the year
THE LODGE DAY NURSERY IS OFFICIALLY OUTSTANDING!
As recently confirmed by Oftsed, we offer Outstanding childcare provision in all areas.
The Ofsted inspector visited us at the end of September 2026, and said: “Children thrive at this exceptionally welcoming and nurturing ‘home-from-home’ provision.”
The report praised the way in which our staff talk to children all the time, organise activities and support the development of children:
“Children are motivated and exceptionally well engaged, as staff are highly skilful at encouraging children to learn through play.”……. “Children respond extremely positively to the consistently high expectations promoted by staff. They beam with delight as staff give them meaningful praise for their efforts and achievements.”
We currently have vacancies for full-time, qualified professionals to join our outstanding team of staff in our caring, supportive setting.
Working hours: Mondays – Fridays
Benefits
- Starting salary between £19,000 and £20,400 per annum (depending on skills, qualifications and experience) - there is a pay review pending in April 2026
- Membership of a defined contribution pension scheme (with 10% employer contributions)
- Free life cover
- Free use of the School’s swimming pool and gym
- Free lunch
- A total of 33 paid days off per annum (including paid time off at Christmas)
- Free parking
- A commitment to your continued personal development
- Staff social events
Find out more about us by visiting our website: www.ipswich.school/vacancies. You can download further details, including a job description and application form or contact us on 01473 408300.
Your completed application form should be returned by noon on 27 February 2026, to Alison Knights, Director of HR, Ipswich School, 25 Henley Road, Ipswich IP1 3SG (email available on our website) and please note we plan to schedule interviews the following week.
Ipswich School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the job, including checks with past employers and an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £19,000.00-£20,400.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Gym membership
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: One location
Expected start date: 20/03/2026
