Nursery Practitioner - Horsham, West Sussex (RH12)
A fantastic opportunity for a qualified Level 3 Nursery Practitioner / Early Years Educator who enjoys outdoor learning, child-led play, and supporting children to thrive within a nurturing early years, nursery setting.
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £26,000-£30,000 per year (DOE) + benefits
Pay & Benefits:
- Generous annual leave allowance
- Paid training and ongoing CPD opportunities
- Career development and clear progression pathways
- Supportive induction and mentoring from an experienced team
- Outdoor learning, forest school and farm-based experiences
- Wellbeing support and employee assistance options
- Team events and recognition initiatives
- Staff discounts and perks (where available)
- Free on-site parking (where available)
Working Hours & Shift Pattern:
Full-time hours worked across the nursery's opening times Monday to Friday. Shifts vary and are shared in advance to support work-life balance, with breaks included. Some flexibility may be available depending on the setting.
Job Description:
We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic Nursery Practitioner to join a vibrant Early Years Nursery in Horsham, West Sussex (RH13). This child-centred setting champions imaginative play, meaningful connections with families, and rich learning experiences indoors and outdoors. If you love learning through play and don't mind a bit of mud, you'll feel right at home.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support children aged 6 months to 5 years with learning, development, and daily routines
- Create a safe, stimulating environment where every child feels secure and valued
- Deliver engaging, play-based activities indoors and outdoors, including nature-based learning
- Encourage outdoor play, exploration, forest school and farm-style experiences
- Observe, assess and track progress, supporting key developmental milestones
- Plan and contribute to activities aligned with the EYFS framework
- Build strong relationships with families and maintain positive communication
- Maintain accurate records, learning journeys and development documentation
- Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies at all times
Requirements:
- Level 3+ Childcare Qualification (Early Years Educator, CACHE, NVQ or equivalent)
- Right to work in the UK (no sponsorship)
- Passion for Early Years education and outdoor learning
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding and child development
- Confident supporting babies and young children across a range of ages and stages
- Caring, proactive team player with excellent communication skills
- Happy to support all-weather outdoor play and active learning experiences
- Reliable, professional and committed to high-quality childcare
- Suitable also for: Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Practitioner, Nursery Nurse, Early Years Educator
Company Culture:
As a Nursery Practitioner, you'll be joining a friendly, supportive team who are passionate about exceptional early years care. Leadership is approachable and hands on, with a strong focus on professional development, collaboration, and creating a positive workplace.
Why This Role Appeals:
- Work in an inspiring outdoor learning environment where every day is different
- Ongoing training, CPD and clear career progression opportunities
- Make a meaningful impact in children's most important early years
- Hands on, play based practice in a setting that values curiosity and creativity
- Stable, permanent full time role in Horsham (RH13)
Apply Today:
If you're an Early Years, Nursery Practitioner based in Horsham, West Sussex (RH12) professional with warmth, enthusiasm and a love for supporting children to grow, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your Childcare career.
