Nursery Key Person - Eastbourne, East Sussex
Attractive salary of £24,308.60 per annum. (Full Time Equivalent £26,279.57)
Permanent contract, 37 hours per week, consisting of Tuesday - Friday from 08:00 - 18:00, with a 45 minute unpaid lunch break per day.
Fixed Term contract ending in August 2026, covering Maternity Leave, 37 hours per week, consisting of Tuesday - Friday from 08:00 - 18:00, with a 45 minute unpaid lunch break per day.
Are you ready to be the anchor for a child's early years journey?
Our client, nestled by their beautiful Prep school in Eastbourne, is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Nursery Key Person's to join us. This is your chance to join an outstanding team and make a profound, immediate impact on pupils' learning and well-being in a supportive, high-quality environment.
The Role: A Journey, Not Just a Job
You won't just be delivering a curriculum; you'll be building the secure foundation that allows a child to thrive. As a Key Person, you will:
Be a Child's Champion: Provide exceptional pastoral care and educational experiences, focusing on the individual needs of your key children.
Inspire Learning: Plan and deliver enjoyable, effective sessions that bring the EYFS Curriculum to life, maximising every child's learning potential.
Partner with Families: Maintain excellent professional communication with parents and colleagues, building the critical "triangle of trust.
What you need to succeed?
A passion for Early Years education and a truly dedicated approach to pastoral care.
A Level 3 EYFS Qualification or above (essential).
Excellent interpersonal skills, with a clear understanding of Safeguarding and Confidentiality.
Staff benefits include;
A fantastic holiday allowance of 30 days plus bank holidays (full time equivalent)
A generous company pension with salary exchange options
Employee Assistance Programme
Retail Discounts
Aviva Digital GP App - swift and convenient access to a GP via video consultation
Free use of School gym & pool facilities/discounted nationwide gym membership,
Eye care vouchers,
Refer a Friend Scheme
Beneficiary Nominations (Death in Service),
Complimentary Lunch Provided
An idyllic working location by the sea!
For full details, please apply online or call (phone number removed)
Application Closing Date: Thursday 23rd October 2025 at 8am