Nursery Practitioner – Worthing, West Sussex | Up to £32,000

Early Years Academy; Worthing; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Early Years Academy in Worthing, West Sussex, is seeking a Nursery Practitioner to provide high-quality care and early education for babies, toddlers and preschool children, following the EYFS framework. You will plan engaging activities, observe progress, build strong relationships with families and work as part of a nursery team to maintain safeguarding, welfare and inclusive practice.

Salary up to £32,000 and opportunities for professional development are offered; exact hours and contract

Qualifications

• A recognised 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 children’s 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.

Responsibilities

• Providing high-quality care and early education for babies, toddlers and preschool children.
• Supporting children’s 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 children’s independence, confidence, curiosity and communication skills.
• Observing, assessing and recording children’s developmental progress.
• Supporting children’s 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 children’s emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Supporting children’s 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 children’s 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.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Communication skills

Teamwork

Childcare experience

Education

Recognised Early Years qualification

Level 3 Early Years qualification advantageous

Job description

NURSERY PRACTITIONER – WORTHING, WEST SUSSEX
Location: Worthing, West Sussex

Salary: Up to £32,000 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

Recruitment Agency: Early Years Academy

NURSERY PRACTITIONER JOB IN WORTHING – SALARY UP TO £32,000
Are you a passionate, caring and enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner looking for an exciting new childcare opportunity in Worthing, West Sussex?

Early Years Academy is recruiting a dedicated and motivated Nursery Practitioner for an Early Years opportunity in Worthing, offering an attractive annual salary of up to £32,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified childcare professional who enjoys working with babies, toddlers and preschool children, creating engaging learning experiences and making a positive difference during children’s 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 children’s 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.

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 children’s 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 children’s development.

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

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES – NURSERY PRACTITIONER

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing high-quality care and early education for babies, toddlers and preschool children.
• Supporting children’s 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 children’s independence, confidence, curiosity and communication skills.
• Observing, assessing and recording children’s developmental progress.
• Supporting children’s 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 children’s emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour.
• Supporting children’s 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 children’s 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

The successful candidate should have:

• 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 children’s 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

We are looking for a Nursery Practitioner who is:

• 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 children’s individual needs and interests.
• Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting children’s 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: Up to £32,000

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Earn an annual salary of up to £32,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
• Work as part of an Early Years team.
• Support children’s 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 children’s 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 WORTHING?

Worthing is a popular seaside town on the West Sussex coast, offering a range of local amenities and transport connections to surrounding towns.

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

The vacancy may appeal to qualified Nursery Practitioners based in:

Worthing
West Worthing
Goring-by-Sea
Durrington
Broadwater
Lancing
Shoreham-by-Sea
Ferring
Angmering
Findon
Sompting
Surrounding West Sussex communities
Candidates should consider their individual journey to the nursery when applying.

With a salary of up to £32,000 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.