St Andrew’s Prep is looking to recruit a Nursery Room Leader to be responsible for classroom management and for the welfare of all the children in the Nursery and to support their learning, and personal, social, and emotional development. We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic individual who has full and relevant level 3 or above early years, experience within an Early Years setting and a good working knowledge of the statutory framework for the EYFS.

1. Person Specification:

Experience in similar work in a similar environment

Must have suitable experience in working with children aged under 24 months

Must have full and relevant level 3 or above early years qualification and a good working knowledge of the statutory framework for the Early Years Foundation Stage (EFYS)

- NNEB

- NVQ Level 3 Early Years Care and Education

- NVQ Level 3 Early Years Educator

- NVQ Level 3 Children and Young People’s Workforce

- Diploma in Early Years

- BTech in Early Years

GCSEs in English and Mathematics, Grade C or above, or equivalent

Good knowledge of EYFS and Early Years practice

SEND experience or experience with individual needs

2. Terms and Conditions:

Salary: £28,933 annual salary

Hours of Work: Full-time, full time, maternity cover from May 2026 for one year.

Other Benefits:

Free meals during working hours when the dining hall is open

Life Assurance

Free use of Charity facilities including pool and gym

Free tickets to College productions

Access to our SPARKS App where you can book virtual GP and physio appointments for yourself and your immediate family

Staff car park

Application Process:

To apply, please visit https://www.standrewsprep.co.uk/contact/employment-opportunities/ and click the Apply Now button to complete the mandatory application form. An up-to-date CV and covering letter may be uploaded with this online application form.

Closing Date: Friday 20 February 2026

Early applications are encouraged. Applications will be considered upon receipt, and we reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy.

For further information please contact Human Resources Department on hr@eastbourne-college.co.uk or tel: 01323 452288.