Early Childhood Practitioner- High Weald

We’re looking for a passionate Early Childhood Practitioner to support families from pregnancy through to school age. Working across Family Hubs, community settings, and home visits, you’ll deliver engaging play, learning, and parenting support to help children thrive.

In this role, you will deliver engaging play sessions, as well as group and one-to-one support to children, helping to promote their development and prepare them for school. You will work closely with families, including those with additional needs, building strong, supportive relationships and encouraging positive parenting. The role also involves collaborating with partners across health, education, and community services to provide a coordinated and holistic approach to support.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Experience of working in an Early Years setting, in a voluntary, private, or public setting
• Ability to engage and build trusted relationships with parent and carers and their children.
• Knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and child development
• Ability to meet the travelling requirements of the role.

Please download the Job Description & Person Specification for more information.

A workforce for the community, from the community

We warmly welcome applications from all sections of the community. We but particularly encourage those from group that are underrepresented in our current workforce:

Black and ethnic minority backgrounds, those who are disabled, men and those who identify as LGBTQ+.  We are working towards recruiting a workforce that reflects our community because we recognise the unique skills, experience and perspective that each individual brings.

To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Supporting Statement. We will be using your Supporting Statement to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.

For guidance on how to write an application see our how to apply page  and our statement on the use of AI.

Interviews will take place on 24th November at the Uckfield Family Hub.

Candidates who meet certain criteria are given priority when we shortlist. See our priority status page for details.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

Joining our team means making a lasting impact by supporting children and families at a crucial stage of life. You will be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team, working collaboratively to deliver meaningful outcomes. The role offers varied and rewarding work, with no two days the same, including group sessions, outreach, and home visits. It also provides opportunities to develop your career and grow your skills, while giving you the chance to help shape your community by designing and improving services based on the real needs of families.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Michelle Hocking, mobile no:  07592327842 or Email: Michelle.Hocking@eastsussex.gov.uk

For flexible working, choose East Sussex!

“East Sussex is a very good employer. You’re able to work flexibly around childcare and caring responsibilities and that’s really helpful.” - Charlotte, Social Worker