Nursery Assistant (Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery)

East Sussex County Council; Wadhurst; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

East Sussex County Council is seeking a dedicated Nursery Assistant (Level 3) for Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery. This part-time role is term-time only with hours totaling 28.5 per week, and salary will be pro rata accordingly.

The successful candidate will work within our nurturing team, applying knowledge of the Early Years Framework to support children’s development and learning in a collaborative school environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified to Level 3 for Nursery Assistant role.
• Knowledge of the Early Years Framework and child development.
• Commitment to continual professional growth and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Empower each child to flourish.
• Maintain high expectations for all children.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Create an inclusive environment where every child is supported.

Skills

Early Years Framework knowledge

Child development understanding

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner qualification

Job description

Job Description

Hours of work: 28.5 per week.
Working pattern: Part-time.
As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata.

Closing date: Monday 16 November, 2026 at 12:00 p.m.
Interview date: W/c 23 November, 2026.

About the role

Wadhurst CE Primary School & Nursery, part of the Bewl Federation, is seeking a dedicated and passionate Nursery Assistant,qualified to Level 3, to join our skilled and enthusiastic team.

We are a welcoming and ambitious Nursery with a strong sense of community, and we take great pride in the nurturing, purposeful environment we create for both pupils and staff.

Responsibilities

• Is passionate about empowering each unique child to flourish.
• Has high expectations for all children.
• Has strong knowledge of the Early Years Framework and child development.
• Is reflective, enthusiastic, and committed to continual professional growth.
• Builds positive, respectful relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.
• Creates an inclusive environment where every child feels seen, valued and supported.

Benefits

• Joyous, curious and motivated children who love learning and embrace challenge.
• A supportive and forward-thinking staff team who value collaboration and creativity.
• An outward-facing nursery committed to research-informed practice and innovation.
• A trusting culture where staff are empowered to develop their strengths.
• Extensive grounds including a thriving Forest School and Eco area.

This is an exciting opportunity to become an integral part of our vibrant, forward-thinking school community. We warmly encourage prospective candidates to visit us for a tour and an informal conversation with Rebecca Crawford, Nursery Manager, to find out more about what we can offer. Should you have any queries regarding this position, please email: [e-mail].

Our Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required.

This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018.

The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self-declaration form as part of the pre-employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations.

If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.

About Us

Additional Information

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record . All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.