Nursery Assistant | Flexible Nursery Role

 
Nursery Assistant | Flexible Nursery Role with Long-Term Opportunities | Eastbourne
Location: Eastbourne, East SussexRole: Nursery AssistantContract: Regular Bank Staff (Part-Time or Full-Time, Flexible Hours)Start Date: September 2026

Love working with young children but want flexibility too?
A warm and welcoming nursery in Eastbourne is looking for enthusiastic Nursery Assistants to join its regular bank team.
This isn’t about being sent somewhere different every day. It’s about becoming part of a nursery community that knows your name, values your experience and offers consistent work with the potential to move into a permanent role.
If you’re passionate about helping children learn through play and want flexibility without sacrificing stability, this could be the perfect opportunity.

The Role
As a Nursery Assistant, you will:

Support children’s learning, development and wellbeing across the nursery.
Assist with fun, engaging activities that encourage curiosity and creativity.
Help maintain a safe, happy and nurturing environment.
Build positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
Support daily routines including mealtimes, outdoor play and learning activities.
Work collaboratively with experienced Early Years professionals.

We’re Looking For Someone Who

Has experience working within an Early Years or nursery setting.
Is warm, approachable and enthusiastic.
Enjoys building strong relationships with young children.
Is flexible, dependable and eager to contribute to a positive team environment.

A Level 3 Early Years qualification would be an advantage, but experienced Nursery Assistants without a Level 3 qualification are encouraged to apply.

What You’ll Receive

Flexible part-time or full-time hours.
Regular work within a supportive nursery.
Weekly competitive pay.
Dedicated support from your Pink Tile Education consultant.
Opportunities to progress into a permanent role.
The chance to make a real difference during children’s earliest years of learning.

Essential Requirements

Previous experience within a nursery or Early Years setting.
Right to work in the UK.
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
Two professional references.
Good understanding of safeguarding and child development.

Your next role could be more than just another nursery job—it could be somewhere you genuinely belong.
If you’re looking for flexible nursery work with regular hours, a fantastic team and the opportunity to develop into a permanent position, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and take the next step towards a rewarding Early Years career with a nursery that values your experience and supports your future.
Pink Tile Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, references and safer recruitment procedures.