Nurturing Early Years Educator for NHS Nursery

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust Nurseries; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust Nurseries seeks a qualified Early Years practitioner to join our hospital-based nurseries at Butterfly Nursery, Hove, and Hilltop Nursery, Brighton.

We provide high-quality care and education for children aged 9 months to 5 years while their parents and carers work for the NHS, emergency services or in the local community. You will contribute to a warm, safe, and stimulating environment, supporting development and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Qualified Early Years practitioner with relevant qualification.
• GCSE English & Maths at least grade C/4.
• Paediatric First Aid certificate or willingness to obtain within six months.
• Strong safeguarding/child protection knowledge.
• Food hygiene certificate.
• Experience in an early years setting (0–5 years).
• Ability to observe, record development and communicate findings (digital platforms).
• Good knowledge of risk assessments, hygiene, and a safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education for children aged 9 months to 5 years.
• Observe and record child development and milestones, using appropriate methods (including digital platforms).
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment respecting safeguarding policies.
• Liaise with parents, carers, and external agencies as needed to support children's well-being.

Skills

Observation skills

Verbal & written communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Flexibility

Confidentiality

Empathy and caring

Education

Early Years qualification (NVQ Level 3, CACHE Level 3 or equivalent)

GCSE English & Maths (or Functional Skills Level 2)

Paediatric First Aid certificate

Food Hygiene certificate

Safeguarding/Child Protection training

Job description

Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust Nurseries seeks a qualified Early Years practitioner to join our hospital-based nurseries at Butterfly Nursery, Hove, and Hilltop Nursery, Brighton.

We provide high-quality care and education for children aged 9 months to 5 years while their parents and carers work for the NHS, emergency services or in the local community. You will contribute to a warm, safe, and stimulating environment, supporting development and safeguarding.