Suffolk County Council

Early Years Practitioner

Suffolk County Council  •  £13.75 - £14.50/hr  •  Ipswich, GB (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

  • Royal Hospital School
  • Address: Holbrook, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 2RX
  • Salary: £27,500 - £29,000 per annum
  • Hours: Full time
  • Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible
  • Reference 5223

Set in 200 acres of Suffolk countryside overlooking the Stour Estuary and within an hour of London, Royal Hospital School (RHS) is a leading, co-educational boarding and day school providing a full and broad education, fit for the modern world.

In 2025, RHS entered an exciting new chapter as part of the Inspired Learning Group (ILG). This partnership strengthens our ability to deliver an exceptional education while preserving everything that makes RHS unique, our traditions, our character, and our community spirit.

The Royal Hospital School has the following vacancy: Early Years Practitioner

Royal Hospital School are looking to appoint an Early Years Practitioner to inspire and nurture children through a crucial stage of their early development. You will help children develop their social and communication skills, while recording observations and summarising their achievements.

We are looking for an individual with an NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in childcare with excellent interpersonal skills who can support, motivate and inspire both colleagues and children by leading through example.

To find out more

If you have any queries, please email the HR Department on recruitment@royalhospitalschool.orgor call 01473 326200

For more information about the Royal Hospital School, please visit our website

To see details of other vacancies please visit our website

How to apply

Applications should be made online via TES following the ‘apply’ link on our website

Please also email a covering letter to recruitment@royalhospitalschool.org

Closing date: 1 pm, 23 July 2026.
Interview dates: Applications will be reviewed upon submission, and interviews could take place at any time.

The Royal Hospital School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all employees and volunteers to share our commitment. Employment is subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.
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About Suffolk County Council

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As one of the largest employers in Suffolk, we have a huge variety of exciting careers to offer people as keen to make a positive impact on the world around them as we are.

As a modern, flexible, and effective council, we’re driven to make a difference to the environment, the communities we serve, and the careers of our people. We explore innovative ways to encourage, respect, and enable everyone to be the best they can be.

By creating meaningful connections with our people and our partner organisations, we’ve built a culture of mutual collaboration, trust, and respect where everyone is supported to be their authentic selves.

We aim to inspire and empower. To improve and evolve. To develop and innovate. To take pride and ownership of the world around us and ensure that we leave a positive and lasting legacy. That’s why it’s time to reimagine a career with the council and take a fresh look at what we can offer you.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Ipswich, GB
Year Founded
1974
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