Location:
Haywards Heath
Salary:
£30,234.45
Closing Date:
24/09/2026 17:00
Position Type:
{Advertised Full Time / Part Time}
Expiry Date:
24/09/2026 17:00
The Vacancy
Are you a passionate Early Years professional who loves creating magical learning experiences and helping children thrive? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
At Ardingly College, we believe childhood should be filled with curiosity, discovery, creativity, and joy. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Educator to join our outstanding Nursery team within our beautifully restored Farmhouse setting.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a warm, supportive, and ambitious Early Years environment where every child is known, valued, and encouraged to discover their world.
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone who is:
✔ Qualified to Level 3 in Early Years Education and Care
✔ Experienced in working with children aged 2 to 5 years
✔ A confident and nurturing practitioner who puts children's needs at the heart of everything they do
✔ Creative, enthusiastic, and committed to high-quality Early Years practice
✔ An excellent communicator who enjoys working closely with families and colleagues
What We Offer
Salary of up to £30,234.45 (based on £14.79 per hour)
42.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
42 working weeks per year (term-time plus additional weeks for holiday cover)
Complimentary lunch during term time
Access to gym membership, swimming, sports and wellbeing activities
A supportive, collegiate culture with excellent professional development opportunities
The chance to work in a leading independent school renowned for academic excellence and outstanding pastoral care
The Company
To view the full job description please see the documents attached at the bottom of the page. To apply please click the green 'apply' button in the top right-hand corner. If you require further information please contact the HR team on 01444 893192 or email hr@ardingly.com.
A completed application should be submitted by the closing date of 24/09/2026 17:00, although applications may be considered upon receipt.
Ardingly College is an independent co-educational boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 2 -18, a member of the HMC and a school of the Woodard Corporation. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees are required to undertake child protection screening appropriate to the post including enhanced DBS checks.
Working for Us - Please visit our new page to find out everything the College has to offer and all the benefits available to our staff by clicking this link: Working here - Ardingly.
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