Key Role Information

Salary
FTE: £14,566.15 (actual salary: £12,698.16, from 01/04/26 £13,455.00) - apprentice rates
Job type
Full Time
Contract type
Fixed Term
Closing
20/02/2026 12:00
Interview
w/c 23/02/2026
Contract term
TTO - Term time only
Pay grade
Apprenticeship rates, dependent upon age
Department
NURS
Key stage
Early Years
Hours per week
37.50
Weeks per year
44.850
Visa sponsorship
No

Your Role

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy is looking to recruit a dynamic and enthusiastic Nursery Apprentice on a fixed term basis to continue inspiring young minds.

The nursery works closely with the main school and boasts great facilities both inside and outside. Aurora Academies Trust operates four nurseries in its schools in Bexhill and Eastbourne, all rated at least good by Ofsted.

We would love to hear from you if:

  • you have a passion for early years
  • you have a level 2 qualification in childcare and are working towards a level 3
  • you are committed to providing the very best opportunities for our children
  • you are enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
  • you are someone who shares our inclusive vision of education for our children

In return for your passion and commitment, we offer:

  • A supportive team who places our values of Growth, Perseverance, Positivity, and Achievement at the centre of all that we do with a commitment to raising pupil achievement and aspirations
  • Extensive professional development opportunities, including Aurora Trust-wide CPD
  • A spacious well-equipped and well-resourced learning environment
  • A skilled and committed SLT who are devoted to improving outcomes for all children and staff
  • The opportunity to be part of a multi-academy trust that has collaboration at its heart and will support you every step of the way
  • Enhanced paternity leave, in excess of the Green and Burgundy Books
  • Aurora Academies Advantage scheme - this includes access to free and confidential advice on a range of topics via the Employee Assistance Programme, online GP service, cycle to work scheme, discounts to high-street shops and health and well-being support

If you are interested in finding out more, we strongly suggest that you arrange a tour of the school - please contact Maria Gonet, Business Manager on office@glenleighppa.org.uk or 01424 213611.

We reserve the right to close this advert early if we receive suitable applications. Therefore, we recommend submitting you application as soon as possible.

Please note that we can only accept applications submitted through our recruitment platform, SAMPeople Recruit, so kindly apply there.


Qualifications

A full and relevant Level 2 Early Years qualificationessential
GCSE Maths and English grade 4-9 (A-C) or equivalentessential
Current first aid qualification (or willing to work towards)essential

Skills

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

Ability to use language and other communication skills that pupils can understand and relate toessential
Ability to demonstrate active listening skillsessential
Ability to communicate effectively with parents, carers and other professionals, both verbally, and in writingessential
Ability to create and maintain high-quality and accurate recordsessential
Ability to remain calm and patient under pressure, whilst working to deadlinesessential
Ability to work effectively and supportively as a member of the nursery and school teamessential
Ability to work in an organised and methodical manneressential

Experience

Experience of establishing positive relationships with children

Experience of working in a team

Experience of working successfully as part of a team

Experience/Knowledge

Working knowledge of legislation relevant to working with young childrenessential
Demonstrable understanding of the Early Year's Foundation Stage essential

Personal Attributes

A commitment to the school's vision, values, and ethosessential
A commitment to Aurora Academies Trust vision, values, and ethosessential

About Us

Glenleigh Park is a school that can offer exceptional professional development opportunities, high levels of support and the chance to make a real difference to pupils’ outcomes. We work closely with other schools in our Trust and there are many opportunities to share ideas and learn from each other. Glenleigh Park is a fun, exciting and supportive place to work. We set ourselves ambitious targets and know these can be achieved by working together.

 

In our recent Ofsted inspection (December 2023) we were praised for our welcoming and inclusive community ethos. That is reflected in the warm, trusting relationships between staff, pupils and parents. The report said that “staff deeply care about pupils’ well-being and provide bespoke support to enable them to thrive.


Glenleigh Park Primary Academy and Nursery

Emily Sturt

esturt@auroraacademies.org.uk

Glenleigh Park Primary Academy and Nursery
Gunters Lane
Bexhill on Sea
East Sussex
TN39 4ED

Safeguarding Information


Aurora Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references. Online searches will also be carried out on shortlisted candidates.


Aurora Academies Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.