Join Our Brand-New Nursery in Hailsham

Are you ready to be part of something special? Busy Bees is opening a state-of-the-art nursery in Hailsham this summer, and we're looking for passionate Level 2 Nursery Practitioners to join our team!

 

This modern, high-quality setting will be filled with laughter, learning, and limitless opportunities —all in a warm, nurturing environment designed to give our children the best start in life . With space for up to 110 children , it's a place where your care and creativity will truly shine.

 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us As A Nursery Practitioner

 

  Competitive pay – £12.88 per hour

  Career growth – Ongoing professional development & progression

  Birthday off – Because you deserve to celebrate YOU!

 50% childcare discount – Supporting your family while you support others

Up to 28 days holiday – Plus bank holidays!

  Menopause & family support – Helping you through life’s big moments

  Health & wellbeing resources – Access to  Hive , our amazing wellbeing & retail discount platform

  Cycle to Work scheme – Because a healthy commute is a happy commute

  Pension & financial perks – Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance

  Opportunities to travel – Learn from childcare professionals around the world

Role Responsibilities:

Your Impact As A Nursery Practitioner

 

  Create a Safe, Stimulating Environment – Thoughtfully prepare materials and arrange rooms to encourage exploration, creativity, and growth.

  Lead Engaging Educational Activities – Plan and deliver exciting experiences that support children's  physical, emotional, intellectual, and social development , all aligned with the  Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)framework.

  Be a Key Person in a Child’s Journey – Take an active role in overseeing children’s development, addressing care needs, and  building strong, trusting family connections to support their learning both at nursery and at home.

Required Qualifications:

What You’ll Bring to the Hive As A Nursery Practitioner

 

  Level 2 (or above) qualification in  Early Years Education

  Proven experience working with children  under 5and a  genuine passion for early childhood education

  Strong communication skills —able to connect with children, parents, and colleagues

  Excellent organisational abilities —keeping learning environments structured yet exciting

  Deep understanding of child development —applying your knowledge to plan and deliver engaging activities that help young learners thrive

 

If you have  experience working with children —whether as an  Early Years Educator, Nursery Practitioner, Nursery Assistant, or Nursery Nu rse —and you’re ready to shape young minds with  passion and purpose , we’d love to welcome you to our hive! 

 

✨  This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!