University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Early Years Educator

The closing date is 16 June 2025

Job summary

Experience Early Years Educator (minimum Level 2 in Early Years)

Full Time Post: 37.5hrs over a 9 day fortnight - Mon to Fri

Preschool Playroom - 3-4 year old's

We are looking for an experienced nursery educator that is motivated and enthusiastic and wants to be part of an NHS nursery?

We are a fun, friendly and highly experienced team working in the staff nursery at the Royal Sussex County Hospital Brighton.

The post holder will be required to have a full and relevant Level 2/3 Diploma in Early Yearswith experience of working with in an EYFS setting.

Sussex House Nursery, is a NHS workplace nursery that has a team of highly professional, workforce where the needs of children come first.

Inspected by Ofsted in February 2024, achieving a grade 'Good' we see the importance of having a fun, nurturing environment with excellent team work and great partnership working.

Excellent Annual leave Entitlement

Excellent NHS Pension

We are looking for someone who is motivated, flexible, and passionate about the care and learning of children under the age of 5 years.

You will be working with highly skilled and dedicated staff who understand the importance of providing excellent childcare for working families.

The post is to work full time 37.5 hours per week on a 9 day fortnight shift rota..

Sussex House Nursery cares for babies and young children. We are open from 7am- 6pm. It is essential to be flexible and able to travel to Brighton to work various shifts..

Main duties of the job

As a Preschool Educator you will be supporting the children in their 'readiness' to transition to big school by helping them learning independent skills, building on confidence and forming friendships. Part of the role is liaising with local schools, teachers and other professionals to help with the transition.

Experience with SEND children would be useful.

This is a qualified position, and the post holder will be required to support a 'Key Group' of children supporting their care and educational needs.

Good knowledge and experience of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum is essential as you will be planning and undertaking activities, carrying out observations and individual assessments.

You must show flexibility and adaptability as each day can be very different but equally enjoyable and imaginative. Being able to retain information, and use initiative is a must for this post.

The role will involve spending time in the outdoor environment.

About us

At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always put the Patient First. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of Staff Networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We're proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) and a Veteran Aware Trust.

We treat our patients and staff with the same compassion and empathy we expect for ourselves. We're here for them when they need us, and we go above and beyond to meet their needs. This can be seen in ourWellbeing Programme for staff which is extensive and designed to support you when you need it, including where possible, flexible working to support work life balance - because we know that to look after others we must first look after ourselves.

As a university trust and a leader in healthcare research, we value learning, teaching and training so that we can be the best that we can be. From the moment you start with us and throughout your career we will help you to grow and develop. We hope that in choosing UHSussex you are choosing a long and happy career where you will be able to see the difference you make and feel valued for all that you do.

We look forward to receiving your application and the start of your journey with UHSussex.

Candidate Information Pack: https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/resources/candidate-information-pack/

Date posted

30 May 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£24,625 to £25,674 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

279-7243185-MAY25

Job locations

Sussex House Nursery, Royal County Hospital

Abbey Road

Brighton

BN2 1ES

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work alongside colleagues to provide a high-quality childcare service by creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children to play, learn and develop.
To work alongside colleagues in the delivery of an effective EYFS curriculum that supports the childrens interest and stage of development.
To work with the nursery daily routine; working within the indoors/outdoors learning areas and local community.
To engage with children in creative and sensory play
To be a 'Key Worker' to a small group of children support and develop their care and educational needs.
Provide caring support and good communication with parents/carers and children, understanding and appreciating diversity

Job description

Job responsibilities

To work alongside colleagues to provide a high-quality childcare service by creating a safe and stimulating atmosphere for children to play, learn and develop.
To work alongside colleagues in the delivery of an effective EYFS curriculum that supports the childrens interest and stage of development.
To work with the nursery daily routine; working within the indoors/outdoors learning areas and local community.
To engage with children in creative and sensory play
To be a 'Key Worker' to a small group of children support and develop their care and educational needs.
Provide caring support and good communication with parents/carers and children, understanding and appreciating diversity

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Childcare Qualification NVQ Level 2 or 3
Experience working with children under the age of 5 years
Experience with with Young Toddlers and Babies
Experience with Parent Partnership Working
Experience working within a Team environment
Knowledge of Early Years Milestones
Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Understanding of Diversity and Equality Practice for Children, Families and Staff
Awareness of Health, Hygiene and Safety procedures in the workplace

Desirable

Experience of being a Key Worker to a group of children
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience of working in other Early Years settings
Experience of Special Educational needs and requirements
Demonstrate Excellent Verbal and Good Written skills

Equality and Diversity

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Person Specification

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

Childcare Qualification NVQ Level 2 or 3
Experience working with children under the age of 5 years
Experience with with Young Toddlers and Babies
Experience with Parent Partnership Working
Experience working within a Team environment
Knowledge of Early Years Milestones
Knowledge of Safeguarding and Child Protection
Understanding of Diversity and Equality Practice for Children, Families and Staff
Awareness of Health, Hygiene and Safety procedures in the workplace

Desirable

Experience of being a Key Worker to a group of children
Paediatric First Aid Certificate
Food Hygiene Certificate
Experience of working in other Early Years settings
Experience of Special Educational needs and requirements
Demonstrate Excellent Verbal and Good Written skills

Equality and Diversity

Essential

Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Sussex House Nursery, Royal County Hospital

Abbey Road

Brighton

BN2 1ES

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust (279)

Address

Sussex House Nursery, Royal County Hospital

Abbey Road

Brighton

BN2 1ES

Employer's website

https://www.uhsussex.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)