Hassocks Day Nursery and PreSchool is a locally owned and proudly independent nursery
About Us:
Our nursery, owned by a qualified EYTS with over 20 years experience in Early Years, is built on the foundations of warmth, community, and quality of Education. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported, and to playing our part in supporting the community of Hassocks.
We are the nursery of choice for families in our village, and thanks to a large number of new children starting, we are seeking a new qualified educator for our team.
About the Role:
You will work closely with your colleagues, to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery. You’ll be a key figure in supporting both the care and education of our children.
Your Key Responsibilities:
- Work with your Room Leader to deliver an outstanding level of education and care
- Share your ideas and knowledge with the team to help keep learning activities fresh and exciting for the children
- Be prepared to play, sing, dance, create props and generally be a wonderfully fun and creative person for children to be inspired by
- Be excited to support children's learning in our beautiful garden
- Know the EYFS back to front and inside out so you can help children develop
- Ensure you work to all OFSTED statutory requirements
- Form secure relationships with children ensuring they feel safe and cared for everyday
- Ensure all safeguarding, health and safety, and compliance standards are consistently met
- Foster strong partnerships with parents
- Help create a warm, welcoming environment where children, families and staff thrive
- Uphold safeguarding policies and procedures
- Support with community events
About You
- Level 2 or above in Early Years Education (or equivalent) – essential
- Strong knowledge of the EYFS, safeguarding, and health and safety
- A team player with excellent communication and organisational skills
- Passionate about delivering outstanding care and education
- Excited to support the local community
What We Offer
- A supportive, passionate leadership team who are genuinely invested in your development
- A positive, inclusive and family-focused working environment
- A nursery culture where staff wellbeing is a priority, not an afterthought
- The chance to shape and be part of something special in your local community
- 30 days of annual leave
- Free onsite Parking
- Yearly pay reviews
- Well-furnished staff room
- Free tea, coffee, snacks and light lunch options available in the staff room
- Pension scheme
- Access to an EAP with 24/7 support
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,120.00-£31,200.00 per year
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hassocks BN6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
- UK Level 2 or above in Early Years Education (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
