Nursery Assistant

Nursery Assistant 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). 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 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. Closing Date: Monday 25 August 2026 Early applications are encouraged. Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy. For further information please contact Human Resources Department on hr@eastbourne-college.co.uk or tel: 01323 452288. 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 medi