Nursery Practitioner – Lower Beeding, West Sussex | £32k

Early Years Academy; Lower Beeding; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Years Academy is seeking a dedicated Nursery Practitioner for Lower Beeding, West Sussex. The role involves delivering high-quality early years education within the EYFS framework, supporting learning through play and forming strong relationships with children and families.

The successful candidate will work as part of a warm nursery team, upholding safeguarding standards, promoting inclusive practice, and contributing to daily activities and observations to support development.

Qualifications

• Relevant Early Years qualification required.
• Experience in nursery/preschool setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and early education for children.
• Support learning journeys and EYFS delivery.
• Build positive relationships with families and carers.
• Contribute to daily nursery operations and safeguarding.
• Observe and record developmental progress.

Skills

Care for babies and children

EYFS knowledge

Observation & assessment

Communication with parents

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Tools

Planning activities

Job description

NURSERY PRACTITIONER – LOWER BEEDING, WEST SUSSEX

Location: Lower Beeding, West Sussex

Salary: £29,516–£31,804 per annum

Position: Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Practitioner / Childcare Practitioner

Qualification: Relevant Early Years qualification

Working Hours: To be confirmed

Contract Type: To be confirmed

NURSERY PRACTITIONER JOB IN LOWER BEEDING – SALARY £29,516–£31,804

Are you a passionate, caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner looking for an exciting new childcare opportunity in Lower Beeding, West Sussex?

Early Years Academy is recruiting a dedicated and motivated Nursery Practitioner for an Early Years opportunity in Lower Beeding, offering an attractive annual salary of £29,516–£31,804, depending on qualifications and experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who enjoys working with young children, creating engaging learning experiences and making a positive difference during childrens earliest years.

We are looking for someone who is committed to delivering high-quality childcare and early education, understands the importance of safeguarding and enjoys working collaboratively as part of a nursery team.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will play an important role in supporting childrens learning and development in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), building positive relationships with families and creating a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment.

Whether you’re an experienced Nursery Practitioner looking for a fresh challenge or a qualified Early Years Educator seeking a rewarding new opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for someone who is committed to delivering high-quality childcare and early education, understands the importance of safeguarding and enjoys working collaboratively as part of a nursery team.

ABOUT THE NURSERY PRACTITIONER ROLE

As a Nursery Practitioner, you will help provide a stimulating, nurturing and inclusive environment where children can learn, explore and develop through play.

You will support childrens individual learning journeys, encourage independence and confidence, and help create positive experiences that build strong foundations for future learning.

Working alongside other Early Years professionals, you will contribute to the daily operation of the nursery, support the delivery of the EYFS curriculum and help maintain high standards of childcare.

You will also build positive relationships with parents and carers, ensuring that families feel informed, supported and involved in their childrens development.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, approachable and passionate about making a meaningful difference in childrens lives.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – NURSERY PRACTITIONER

• Providing high-quality care and early education for babies, toddlers and preschool children.
• Supporting childrens learning and development in accordance with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) statutory framework.
• Planning and delivering creative, engaging and age-appropriate learning experiences.
• Encouraging childrens independence, confidence, curiosity and communication skills.
• Observing, assessing and recording childrens developmental progress.
• Supporting childrens individual interests, abilities and learning needs.
• Acting as a key person for an allocated group of children, where required.
• Building secure, positive and nurturing relationships with children.
• Creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports every child’s development.
• Supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
• Maintaining a safe, clean, welcoming and stimulating nursery environment.
• Promoting childrens emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Supporting childrens personal care routines, including mealtimes, toileting, hygiene and rest periods.
• Encouraging outdoor learning, sensory exploration and learning through play.
• Building positive relationships with parents and carers and communicating childrens progress.
• Working collaboratively with nursery colleagues to maintain high standards of childcare.
• Following safeguarding, child protection, health and safety and nursery policies.
• Maintaining accurate records and completing observations and assessments as required.
• Participating in staff meetings, training and professional development activities.
• Supporting the nursery’s commitment to providing high-quality Early Years education.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• A recognised Childcare or Early Years qualification appropriate to the position.
• Previous experience working with young children in a nursery, preschool or Early Years setting.
• A good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and child protection responsibilities.
• The ability to provide safe, nurturing and developmentally appropriate childcare.
• Confidence planning and delivering engaging learning experiences.
• Strong communication, organisation and teamwork skills.
• A caring, enthusiastic and professional approach.
• A genuine passion for supporting childrens learning, development and wellbeing.
• A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusive Early Years practice.
• The ability to follow nursery policies, procedures and safeguarding requirements.
• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification would be advantageous, subject to the employer’s final requirements.

Experience working with babies, toddlers or preschool children, supporting children with SEND or undertaking key-person responsibilities would also be beneficial.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Warm, friendly and approachable.
• Passionate about working with young children.
• Caring, patient and understanding.
• Creative and enthusiastic when planning activities.
• Reliable, organised and committed.
• Confident communicating with children, parents and colleagues.
• Able to work independently and as part of a nursery team.
• Responsive to childrens individual needs and interests.
• Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting childrens welfare.
• Committed to providing an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.
• Motivated to develop their Early Years knowledge and skills.
• Professional, positive and enthusiastic about childcare.

SALARY AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Annual Salary: £29,516–£31,804

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Earn an attractive annual salary within the advertised range.
• Work as part of a dedicated Early Years team.
• Support childrens learning and development during their earliest years.
• Develop professional skills in curriculum planning, observations and assessments.
• Gain experience supporting children with a range of individual needs.
• Strengthen knowledge of the EYFS and high-quality childcare practice.
• Develop experience that may support future progression into senior practitioner or nursery leadership roles.

The exact salary offered will depend on the employer’s assessment of the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Working hours, contract arrangements, holiday entitlement and any additional employment benefits will be confirmed during the recruitment process.

WHY WORK AS A NURSERY PRACTITIONER?

Working as a Nursery Practitioner is an incredibly rewarding career that allows you to make a lasting difference in childrens lives.

During their earliest years, children develop essential communication, social, emotional and physical skills that provide the foundations for future learning.

As an Early Years professional, you will help children explore their interests, build confidence, develop independence and discover the world around them.

Every day brings opportunities to create memorable learning experiences, support important developmental milestones and build meaningful relationships with children and their families.

For passionate childcare professionals, a Nursery Practitioner position offers the opportunity to use their skills and experience to help children thrive.

WHY CHOOSE A NURSERY PRACTITIONER JOB IN LOWER BEEDING?

Lower Beeding is a village in West Sussex, located near Horsham and surrounded by countryside and neighbouring communities.

For childcare professionals living in Lower Beeding or nearby areas, this position offers an opportunity to develop their Early Years career in a village location.

The vacancy may appeal to qualified Nursery Practitioners based in:

• Lower Beeding
• Horsham
• Mannings Heath
• Handcross
• Cowfold
• Warninglid
• Slaugham
• Bolney
• Surrounding West Sussex villages

Candidates should consider their individual journey to the nursery when applying.

With a salary of £29,516–£31,804 per annum, this opportunity may be particularly appealing to experienced Early Years professionals looking for their next childcare position in West Sussex.

SAFEGUARDING AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

Early Years Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Appointment will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right-to-work verification and confirmation of relevant qualifications.

We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the recruitment process.