Early Years - nursery school assistant
| Posting date: | 07 October 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £27,254 to £27,694 per year, pro rata |
| Additional salary information: | The advertised salary is for a 37 hour a week post, this post is 34.5 or 25.5 hours per week, pro-rata |
| Hours: | Part time |
| Closing date: | 06 November 2025 |
| Location: | Brighton, East Sussex |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Tarnerland Nursery School |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | NA |
Summary
Do you love seeing children explore, learn, and grow – and find joy in those 'lightbulb' moments of discovery? At Tarnerland Nursery School, we’re passionate about providing a caring, creative, and stimulating environment where every child can thrive. We’re a not-for-profit, Local Authority maintained nursery in the heart of Brighton, with a beautiful garden, a dedicated and experienced team, and a strong commitment to inclusion and lifelong learning.
We’re now looking for a qualified, enthusiastic Nursery Assistants to join our happy, professional team and to help us continue making Tarnerland such a special place for children and families.
Essential qualification: Relevant Early Years qualifications, minimum Level 3
Hours:
34.5 hours per week, shifts between 8am and 6pm (on a stable rota of 2 long days and 3 short days), Monday - Friday, all year round
OR
25.5 hours per week, shifts between 8am and 6pm (on a stable rota of 5 short days), Monday - Friday, all year round
Pay: £27,254 per annum to start (this is based on a 37 hour post and will be paid pro rata for a 34.5 hour or 25.5 hour position), all year round, 52 paid weeks per year
Closing date: No closing date - we are accepting applications on a rolling basis until our positions are filled.
Benefits of working at Tarnerland;
- The nursery is in the centre of the city, close to the beach and town, in a light, spacious building with extensive outdoor space including a large garden shaded by mature trees, over-looking the sea.
- We are a large experienced, professional and happy team.
- Regular supervision sessions are offered, supporting professional development and personal wellbeing and staff training takes place regularly throughout the year.
- There are dedicated times to meet new key children and their families, as well as dedicated times for planning and preparation.
- We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in our community.
Staff at Tarnerland are council employees with entitlement to all of the protected working rights upheld by Brighton and Hove City council, this includes;
- A pay structure linked to national pay reviews.
- A generous pension scheme.
- Up to 27 days paid holiday per year (including Christmas and a one week summer closure) plus 8 bank holidays.
- Protected pay when sick.
- Fair policies and protocol that give clear guidance to employee and employer.
- Entitlement to local council support services e.g. pay and pension advice, occupational health, etc.
Applicants should have;
• A relevant childcare qualification.
• Experience of working with children under five in an Early Years environment.
• Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and practical experience of planning and assessing for children of this age.
• A proven work ethic and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding.
We recommend and prefer completed application forms to be sent directly to Tarnerland Nursery School, Sussex Street, Brighton, BN2 0AR or emailed to our office email address (below).
To request an application pack please email: louisecollings@tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk or telephone 01273 658100.
We welcome visits from prospective candidates, please contact us if you would like a tour prior to applying.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks and vetting procedures.
We’re now looking for a qualified, enthusiastic Nursery Assistants to join our happy, professional team and to help us continue making Tarnerland such a special place for children and families.
Essential qualification: Relevant Early Years qualifications, minimum Level 3
Hours:
34.5 hours per week, shifts between 8am and 6pm (on a stable rota of 2 long days and 3 short days), Monday - Friday, all year round
OR
25.5 hours per week, shifts between 8am and 6pm (on a stable rota of 5 short days), Monday - Friday, all year round
Pay: £27,254 per annum to start (this is based on a 37 hour post and will be paid pro rata for a 34.5 hour or 25.5 hour position), all year round, 52 paid weeks per year
Closing date: No closing date - we are accepting applications on a rolling basis until our positions are filled.
Benefits of working at Tarnerland;
- The nursery is in the centre of the city, close to the beach and town, in a light, spacious building with extensive outdoor space including a large garden shaded by mature trees, over-looking the sea.
- We are a large experienced, professional and happy team.
- Regular supervision sessions are offered, supporting professional development and personal wellbeing and staff training takes place regularly throughout the year.
- There are dedicated times to meet new key children and their families, as well as dedicated times for planning and preparation.
- We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion in our community.
Staff at Tarnerland are council employees with entitlement to all of the protected working rights upheld by Brighton and Hove City council, this includes;
- A pay structure linked to national pay reviews.
- A generous pension scheme.
- Up to 27 days paid holiday per year (including Christmas and a one week summer closure) plus 8 bank holidays.
- Protected pay when sick.
- Fair policies and protocol that give clear guidance to employee and employer.
- Entitlement to local council support services e.g. pay and pension advice, occupational health, etc.
Applicants should have;
• A relevant childcare qualification.
• Experience of working with children under five in an Early Years environment.
• Good knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage and practical experience of planning and assessing for children of this age.
• A proven work ethic and willingness to work as part of a team.
• Knowledge of child protection and safeguarding.
We recommend and prefer completed application forms to be sent directly to Tarnerland Nursery School, Sussex Street, Brighton, BN2 0AR or emailed to our office email address (below).
To request an application pack please email: louisecollings@tarnerland.brighton-hove.sch.uk or telephone 01273 658100.
We welcome visits from prospective candidates, please contact us if you would like a tour prior to applying.
We are fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks and vetting procedures.