Level 3 Nursery Practitioner

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational agency is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for a nurturing role in Eastbourne. The position involves supporting children aged 0-5, ensuring a safe learning environment while working closely with families and other staff. This full-time, term-time role offers a competitive salary and ongoing support within a welcoming nursery setting.

Benefits

Ongoing support from dedicated consultants

Opportunities across Eastbourne and nearby areas

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children in a nursery or EYFS setting.
• Sound knowledge of child development and the EYFS framework.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply for one).

Responsibilities

• Support learning and development in line with the EYFS framework.
• Create and maintain a warm, inclusive setting.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Child Development Knowledge

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare

Job description

Job Title: Level 3 Nursery Practitioner
Location: Eastbourne
Salary: £90 - £115 per day (Depending on experience and qualification level)
Start Date: As soon as possible / September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Term-time

Are you a nurturing and motivated Nursery Practitioner looking for a long-term role in a supportive early years setting?

GSL Education is looking for a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for a lovely nursery in Eastbourne, East Sussex. If you're currently working towards your Level 3 in Childcare and Education, you are still welcome to apply!

About the Role:
You’ll be supporting children aged 0–5, helping create a safe, stimulating environment where they can grow socially, emotionally, and academically. This is a great opportunity to develop your career in early years education.

Key Responsibilities:
• Support learning and development in line with the EYFS framework
• Create and maintain a warm, inclusive setting
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Assist with planning, observations, and daily routines
• Help set up and maintain indoor and outdoor learning spaces
• Promote positive behaviour and wellbeing

Job Requirements:
• Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare (or currently working towards it)
• Experience supporting children in a nursery or EYFS setting
• Sound knowledge of child development and the EYFS framework
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willing to apply for one)

What We Offer:
• Daily rate of £90–£115 (depending on experience/qualifications)
• Full-time, term-time position in a welcoming nursery
• Ongoing support from dedicated consultants
• Opportunities across Eastbourne and nearby areas

We also have roles in Hailsham, Seaford, Bexhill, and more — apply now to hear about other opportunities!

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

Contact: For more information, contact Jade Cantlie-King at GSL Education.
Apply now through the link or visit GSL Education’s website.