If you like spending your day finding the biggest puddles to jump in, searching for minibeasts, getting covered in glitter, making a muddy swamp for dinosaurs, or organising a teddy bears’ picnic in the woods, then this is the role for you!
We are seeking a friendly and reliable Nursery Assistant to join our team at St Andrew’s Prep School in Eastbourne. You’ll be joining a high‑performing team, and with exciting developments underway, this is a fantastic time to join us.
As a Nursery Assistant, you will work closely with and support the Room Leader to ensure that children receive the highest possible standards of care and education. We are looking for someone with a caring, patient, and proactive approach to working with young children.
This position, offered on a full-time or part-time, all‑year‑round basis, requires a Nursery Assistant with a full and relevant Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification and a sound understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
Person Specification
- Experience in similar work in a similar environment
- Must have suitable experience in working with children aged under 24 months
- Must have full and relevant level 3 or above early years qualification and an understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EFYS)
o NNEB
o NVQ Level 3 Early Years Care and Education
o NVQ Level 3 Early Years Educator
o NVQ Level 3 Children and Young People’s Workforce
o Diploma in Early Years
o BTech in Early Years
- GCSEs in English and Mathematics, Grade C or above, or equivalent
- Good knowledge of EYFS and Early Years practice
- SEND experience or experience with individual needs
Hours of Work: Full or part time, all year round
Available Working Patterns:
- Part-time: Monday, Wednesday 7.45am–6.15pm; Thursday 7.45am–4.15pm
- Full-time: Monday to Friday, 10.00am–6.00pm
Salary: £13.50 hourly rate
Other Benefits:
- Free meals during working hours when the dining hall is open
- Life Assurance
- Free use of Charity facilities including pool and gym
- Free tickets to College productions
- Access to our SPARKS App where you can book virtual GP and physio appointments for yourself and your immediate family.
- Staff car park
Application Process
For the full Job Description and to apply, please visit:https://www.standrewsprep.co.uk/contact/employment-opportunities/ and click the Apply Now button to complete the mandatory application form. An up-to-date CV and covering letter may be uploaded with this online application form. Early applications are encouraged. Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy.
Closing Date: Monday 10 Aug 2026
For further information please contact Human Resources Department on [email protected] or tel: 01323 452288.
7. Safeguarding Statement
St Andrew’s Prep is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, pre-employment medical questionnaire and positive references.
The post holder will be engaging in regulated activity.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Charity is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) to assess their suitability to work with children.
St Andrew’s Prep is committed to the provision of equal opportunities in employment and accordingly wishes to ensure that no job applicant is treated less favourably on unjustifiable grounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £13.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
Application question(s):
- Do you have a full and relevant Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification ?
Work Location: In person
