Job Title: Nursery Practitioner
Location: Eastbourne
Salary Range: £90–£110 per day (Depending on Experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Long-term; Full-time
Do you have the passion and patience to nurture young learners during their most formative years?
GSL Education are seeking a caring and creative Nursery Practitioner to join a lovely early years setting in Eastbourne. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in child-led environments, enjoys messy play, and understands the importance of building strong foundations through the Early Years Framework.
Role Overview:
As a Nursery Practitioner, you’ll support children aged 3–5, helping them to develop socially, emotionally, and academically through play-based learning. You’ll work alongside experienced staff to deliver engaging activities, maintain a warm and welcoming space, and support each child’s individual needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities in line with the EYFS framework
Promote positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing
Support personal care and daily routines where needed
Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment
Build trusting relationships with children, families, and staff
Observe and record children’s development
Job Requirements:
Previous early years or nursery experience is essential
Level 3 Early Years or equivalent qualification preferred
A warm, nurturing personality and strong communication skills
Ability to work well in a team
An updated CV covering the last 10 years (with no unexplained gaps)
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Why Join GSL Education?
Competitive daily rate: £90–£110
Opportunities for long-term or flexible work
Support from a dedicated consultant
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Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.
As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.
For more information or to register your interest in the Nursery Practitioner role, please click ‘apply now’ to submit your up-to-date CV and one of our consultants will be in touch