Job description

Job Title: Nursery Practitioner 
Location: St Leonards
Salary: £90 - £110 per day (Depending on experience)
Start Date: Immediate
Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Are you a nurturing and proactive childcare professional ready for your next role?
GSL Education are looking for a dedicated Nursery Practitioner to join a friendly and inclusive nursery in St Leonards. This is a full-time position offering immediate start and the chance to make a real impact in early childhood development.

About the Role:
You’ll be working with children aged 0–5, supporting their development through play, routines, and structured learning. The role involves close teamwork, creativity, and a strong understanding of early years development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support daily routines including meals, hygiene, and sleep

  • Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities and play

  • Build strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues

  • Promote a safe, engaging and supportive environment

  • Monitor and record children’s development in line with EYFS

Requirements:

  • Relevant Early Years qualification (Level 2 or 3 in Childcare preferred)

  • Experience working in a nursery or early years setting

  • A calm, caring, and enthusiastic personality

  • Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What We Offer:

  • Daily rate of £90 to £110

  • Supportive team and consistent full-time hours

  • Free safeguarding training and CPD opportunities

  • Dedicated consultant to support your journey

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.

To apply for this Nursery Practitioner role, please contact Jade Cantlie-King at GSL Education or click ‘apply now’ to submit your full CV.