About Us
Davison Day Nursery is a small friendly independent nursery based on the site of Davison C.E. High School for Girls in East Worthing. The Nursery is at the heart of the community with the community at its heart. We provide a very high standard of childcare for babies and children aged 3 months to 5 years. Our valued team of dedicated professionals create a safe, educational, fun and inclusive environment for all. The nursery is open from 8.00 am to 5.00 pm and the staff work on a fair rota system.
Job Details
Salary: £34,584 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: 40 hours per week, term time only
Location: Davison Day Nursery
Interviews: week commencing 22nd June 2026
What You Need to Succeed
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced individual to take over from our committed Nursery Manager of 23 years’ service. They will lead the nursery staff team and manage the day to day running of the nursery, while continuing to bring new ideas for further improvements and development of the setting. An excellent communicator, with proven management skills and a positive attitude are essential qualities for the postholder.
What can Davison Day Nursery offer you?
* To work in a well-established, secure and friendly environment housed in modern, well-equipped accommodation with excellent outdoor facilities.
* A competitive salary with 4 weeks paid holiday entitlement and sickness absence leave after a qualifying period.
* Free on-site parking
* Local train station and bus services within easy walking distance
* To receive a comprehensive induction and training package from the current manager
* Continuing Professional Development and training is actively encouraged
* Priority childcare places for your children
* Autonomy for decision making, supported by Management Committee
* Support from the school for ICT, Premises maintenance, Finance and HR
* Some flexibility for working hours.
The Nursery is rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted Early Years.
Davison Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory references and DBS clearance, in line with “Safeguarding Children and Safer Recruiting”.
Further Information
Davison Day Nursery and West Sussex County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to an appropriate Disclosure and Barring Service check along with other relevant employment checks, including satisfactory references.
Closing Details
Closing date for applications 19th June at 9.00 am.
Interviews will be held week commencing 22nd June 2026.
Reference number: SCHO02569.
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