Nursery Practitioner

Job summary

About us

Puddle Ducks are two new Nurseries recently opened in the East Sussex countryside. Salehurst is a picturesque village on a working farm, with an all weather garden, farm paddock and old converted stable. Hurst Green is a village nursery, set in a former chapel, with wrap-around gardens on the cusps of acres of Sussex countryside. Our nurseries are perfect for babies and preschool children who would flourish in a smaller, quieter, rural setting with plenty of outside activities.

About the role

We truly value the role practitioners play in our business, in society and importantly the impact they have on the children they work with. Our commitment is to passionately demonstrate that to you in every aspect of what we do, starting with our headline employment benefits;

• Up to 40 hours per week based on a 4 day week

• Competitive salary and a commitment to pay above both the minimum wage and the living wage always and forever, with annual salary reviews and appraisals

• 2 wellbeing days per year to use as you like, on top of your annual holiday allowance

• Pension

• Free parking onsite

• Offsite company funded team events at the end of every term

• Personal development plans, dedicated time and tools to support your career development

About you

You’re a superstar at what you do. You bring energy, awesome enthusiasm and bags of initiative.

You’ll know your way around the EYFS, have the relevant early years qualification and are at ease interacting with parents.

Above all you are naturally nurturing and able to captivate and inspire young minds.

We’re committed to safeguarding and the welfare of all children. The position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.

Expected start date: within 2-4 weeks of interview, but flexible 

Job Type: Full-time, Part-time or job share available