Early Years Practitioner – Nurture & Inspire 1-5s

Little Lions Pre-School & Nursery; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Lions Pre-school and Nursery in Peacehaven is seeking a dedicated educator to support learning and development for children aged 1 to rising five. You will help deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage, set up activities, and support attachment and routine.

This role is term-time, with hours 08:45–15:40, 30-minute lunch breaks, and a paid hourly rate of £12.81. A DBS and Level 3 EY qualification are required, along with safeguarding and first-aid training; you will also contribute to a

Qualifications

• Be qualified in a Level 3 early years education and childcare qualification (or equivalent).
• Hold a current enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) certificate.
• Safeguarding and paediatric first aid training are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in delivering the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Assist with setting up and packing away the nursery, including theme activities.
• Act as a key worker to help children settle, observe development and plan next steps.
• Ensure safety, hygiene and safe sleeping practices, and participate in training.

Skills

Paediatric first aid

SEN experience

Safeguarding training

Baby training

Education

EYFS Level 3 childcare qualification

Enhanced DBS certificate

Job description

Little Lions Pre-school and Nursery in Peacehaven is seeking a dedicated educator to support learning and development for children aged 1 to rising five. You will help deliver the Early Years Foundation Stage, set up activities, and support attachment and routine.

This role is term-time, with hours 08:45–15:40, 30-minute lunch breaks, and a paid hourly rate of £12.81. A DBS and Level 3 EY qualification are required, along with safeguarding and first-aid training; you will also contribute to a