Ixworth CE Primary School Address: Crown Lane, Ixworth, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP31 2EL Salary: £24,796 pro rata (£12.85 per hour) Hours: 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Monday to Friday) Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible Reference: 8467 Ixworth Church of England Primary School is seeking an outstanding Nursery Assistant to join our warm, caring and dynamic team. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated individual to become part of a successful, forward-thinking school community. What Ixworth Church of England Primary School Needs We are passionate about ensuring that every child reaches their full potential while nurturing a lifelong love of learning and curiosity about the world around them. Guided by our vision, "On a journey together where learning has no limits" ‘They will soar on wings like eagles.’ – Isaiah 40:31”, you will play a vital role in creating a stimulating and inclusive environment for our youngest learners. If you share our commitment to nurturing confident, independent learners and want to make a meaningful impact in our nursery, we would love to hear from you! A nurturing, child-centred practitioner You will: build warm, trusting relationships with very young children create a safe, calm and nurturing environment support children's emotional development, independence and early routines. Someone who believes every child can thrive A practitioner who believes: every child can reach their full potential in developing a curiosity, independence and a love of learning in curiosity about the world an inclusive approach that recognises the potential of children with SEND, EAL or disadvantaged backgrounds. A team player who contributes to a caring, dynamic staff culture Someone who: is warm, caring and dynamic is forward-thinking and solution focussed has a good sense of humour. A practitioner who can create stimulating, inclusive learning experiences You will: set up engaging continuous provision support high-quality play and exploration model language, communication and positive interactions help children explore, investigate and problem-solve A role model who embodies the school's Christian ethos You will: demonstrate respect, courage, and compassion support the school's Church of England values and ethos help foster a welcoming, inclusive community where everyone feels valued. A Nursery Assistant who can make a meaningful impact You will: make a difference to children's early learning support readiness for reception help families feel welcomed and supported strengthen the school's early years offer. What Ixworth Church of England Primary School offers A warm, caring, and supportive team A nurturing environment where staff collaborate and feel valued A strong sense of community and shared purpose A forward-thinking, ambitious school culture A commitment to high-quality early education A vision that celebrates curiosity, independence and a lifelong love of learning. Professional growth through the Tilian Partnership MAT Access to high-quality CPD Opportunities for career development and progression Supportive leadership that invests in staff A chance to make a real impact Play a vital role in shaping children's earliest learning experiences Contribute to a stimulating, inclusive nursery environment Help nurture confident, independent learners A values-driven setting Guided by Christian values and a strong moral purpose A focus on kindness, respect, and holistic development And yes tea/coffee and doughnuts, because staff wellbeing matters For more information Please read the Job Description (pdf) and Person Specification (pdf) or alternatively, please visit our website Please contact the school by calling 01359 230228 or email: ixworth@tilian.org.uk If you would like to arrange a visit to the school, we warmly welcome visits and encourage you to contact us at ixworth@tilian.org.uk or call the school office. We would be delighted to hear from you. Covering letters are acceptable but CVs are not. How to apply Please submit your completed Application Form (word) via email to: ixworth@tilian.org.uk Important documents to read: Safeguarding Policy Tilian Code of Conduct for Staff Staff Induction Policy Closing date: 1 pm, 3 March 2026. Promoted as SPJ (Standard Plus Job) on Suffolk Jobs Direct. Statement on Child Protection and Safeguarding The Tilian Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In our schools we create a culture of safeguarding which is the responsibility of all staff. When applying for a post at one of our schools you will be subject to a safer recruitment process as follows: If you are shortlisted, you will be required to complete a self-disclosure, which you will need to bring with you to the interview (in an envelope marked confidential). During the interview process, the interview panel will explore your skills, experience and attitudes and the questions asked will include questions about safeguarding of children If you accept a post at one of our schools, you will be required to complete an enhanced DBS.