Early Years Educator

Vision for Education Ltd; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bank staff option

Term-time option

Job summary

Vision for Education are recruiting an enthusiastic Early Years Educator for a Pre-School in Hampden Park, East Sussex. The role is a full-time position with the option of flexible bank cover to meet needs.

You will plan and deliver an inclusive, caring environment and support 2–4 year olds to develop across academic, personal and social aspects. The role requires a Level 3 qualification, a good understanding of EYFS and Ofsted basics, and the ability to work across 8am–4pm with potential longer

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 3 qualification (essential).
• Experience supporting 2-4 year olds and understanding EYFS principles.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to work with staff and children.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide an inclusive, caring, stimulating environment.
• Nurture and support children aged 2-4, fostering academic, personal and social growth.
• Work across 8am–4pm with flexibility for longer shifts; term-time or full-time options.

Skills

Organisational skills

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 in Early Years Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Early Years Educator

Must hold Level 3 qualification.

Hampden Park, East Sussex.

Sep '26

8am-4pm

Full time or Bank Staff options available - term time only.

The School and Role

Vision for Education are seeking to recruit an enthusiastic, motivated and committed Early Years Educator for a wonderful Pre-School school in Hampden Park. This is a full-time position, however there is a flexible, bank position also available to provide cover as required.

You will be expected to plan and provide an inclusive, caring and stimulating environment with exciting play opportunities that meet all children's developmental needs.

You will nurture and support children aged 2-4 while fostering their academic, personal and social growth. Working hours can vary between the Pre-School's opening times of 8am-4pm, depending on requirements. This specific cover is typically 8am-4pm, although longer shifts may be available.

The nursery is open all year round but can accommodate term-time only staff. You will be joining a very hard-working, dedicated and friendly team who are passionate about giving children the best start to their education by teaching them independence as well as teamwork.

This role requires you to be physically fit, able to work on your own initiative, and responsive to the needs of the children. There will be occasions requiring physical effort, including manual handling, lifting, changing and dressing children, as well as providing personal care.

The Pre-School is a large building and is very fortunate to have a spacious garden for each age group, which the children make full use of as they are often outdoors. If you enjoy being outside, playing in the sand and searching for bugs, while maintaining high-quality education for children, then this is the role for you.

The ideal Nursery Assistant will have

• Level 3 in Early Years Childcare or equivalent (essential)
• Excellent working knowledge and understanding of the key principles of child development and the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
• Strong organisational skills
• Good understanding of Ofsted regulatory requirements
• An understanding of the Special Educational Needs (SEND) Code of Practice and the provision of an inclusive environment
• Knowledge and understanding of child protection and the Children's Act 1989
• Previous experience working in a variety of settings
• The ability to build positive relationships with both staff and children

What we offer

As an Early Years Educator and part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Excellent daily rates pai