Nursery Practitioner
| Posting date: | 15 April 2026 |
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| Salary: | £27,352.0 to £28,704.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 06 May 2026 |
| Location: | Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN20 0AD |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4788266_1776244215 |
Summary
Job Title - Level 3 or 2 Nursery Practitioner
Hours - Full Time, 40 hours per week
Location - Eastbourne
Salary - £13.15 - £13.80 per hour
Start Date - ASAP
Your new company
Our busy, friendly nurseries are looking for motivated and dedicated team players to join our professional and dynamic family. If you're searching for a new and exciting challenge where every day brings something different, and you love helping children grow, develop and learn, this could be the perfect next step in your career. We pride ourselves on being a supportive, welcoming team that places high‑quality childcare at the heart of everything we do. Staff wellbeing and development matter deeply to us, and we believe hard work should always be recognised.
Your new role
As a Nursery Practitioner, you play a vital role in shaping children's early experiences. Your day will be filled with opportunities to support learning, spark curiosity and help children feel safe, valued and confident.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Creating a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 0-5
- Planning and delivering engaging, age‑appropriate activities that support the EYFS framework
- Building strong, positive relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Observing and recording children's development to support their individual learning journeys
- Ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing
- Working collaboratively as part of a supportive team to maintain a high‑quality setting
- Encouraging independence, creativity and confidence in every child
This role is perfect for someone who is enthusiastic, caring and committed to giving children the best possible start in life.
What you'll need to succeed
We'd love to hear from you if you are:
- Level 2 or Level 3 qualified in Early Years
- Passionate about delivering high‑quality childcare
- A positive, proactive team player
- Confident in building strong relationships with children, families and colleagues
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting children's wellbeing
- Ready to bring energy, creativity and enthusiasm to a busy nursery environment
What you'll get in return
- Competitive rates of pay
- A generous benefits package
- Regular team events
- Clear opportunities for progression and skill development
- Ongoing training to support your learning ambitions
- A workplace culture built on respect, encouragement and professional growth
- Workplace pension
- Your birthday off
- Gym membership
- 24/7 access to an employee wellness programme
- 24/7 access to a counselling service
- Staff childcare discount
- Annual spa day
- Yearly awards
- Employee of the Month recognition
- …and many more
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.
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