Careers
Work For Us
We are always interested in talking to dedicated, friendly childcare practitioners. If you love working with children as much as we do and are committed to continuing professional development, please get in touch.
Scroll to the bottom of this page for information on our live vacancies.
Why work for us?
Our busy, friendly nurseries are looking for motivated and dedicated team players to join our professional and dynamic Bluebell family. Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge where every day is different? Do you enjoy helping children to grow, develop and learn? Bluebell Children’s Nurseries could have just the job for you!
We offer competitive rates of pay, an amazing benefits package, team events and the opportunity to progress and develop your skills at work. We pride ourselves on being a friendly and supportive team putting high quality child care at the centre of everything we do.
We provide regular ongoing training to support our staff with their learning ambitions and give them the opportunity to take ownership of their development.
We know our staff are our most valuable assets and strongly believe that hard work should be recognised.
At Bluebell Children’s Nurseries, our staff benefit from:
- Workplace pensions
- Birthday day off!
- Gym Membership
- 24/7 access to employee wellness program
- 24/7 access to a counselling service
- Staff discount for childcare
- Annual spa day
- Yearly awards
- Employee of the month for exceptional performance
Plus, many more!
If you share our vision for high quality childcare and are looking for an exciting new opportunity, this could be perfect nursery for you. We have a strong commitment to safeguarding. All posts will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references. We are an equal opportunities employer.
How do I apply?
If you would like to apply for one of our current vacancies, simply click 'apply now' in the box below or feel free to give the Nursery Manager a call for more information.
I’m looking for a change or new career in Early Years
Alternatively, if you are seeking a possible change from your current employment or considering a new career and gaining a qualification in Early Years. Please call one of our Managers who will be happy to have a friendly chat and arrange for you to have an informal visit.
Vacancies at Bluebell Hill in Eastbourne
Our busy, friendly Bluebell Hill Children's Nursery seeks motivated and dedicated team players to join our professional and dynamic team. Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge where every day is different? Do you enjoy helping children to grow, develop and learn? Bluebell Nurseries could have just the job for you!
To apply for open vacancies, CLICK HERE
Vacancies at Bluebell Wood in Heathfield
Our busy, friendly Bluebell Wood Children's Nursery seeks a motivated and dedicated team player to join our professional and dynamic team. Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge where every day is different? Do you enjoy helping the children to grow, develop and learn? Bluebell Nurseries could have just the job for you
Full-Time Assistant Manager/ Nursery Manager - 40 hours per week – Monday to Friday
The position will initially be that of Assistant Manager at Bluebell Wood (Heathfield) to cover maternity leave, but will then transition into a permanent Manager role. The specific location for the permanent role is not yet confirmed,d but will be discussed with the successful candidate near the end of the Maternity cover at Bluebell Wood.
This role presents an excellent opportunity to develop leadership and operational skills while supporting the Management team.
As an Assistant Manager, you will work alongside the Nursery Manager 3 days a week and be responsible for the nursery on 2 days a week (Monday and Friday).
Duties of this role cover the overall management, planning, and development of the Nursery, under the direction of the Operations Manager and Nursery Manager. As a Nursery Manager, you will report directly to the Operations Manager.
We are looking for a candidate who is able to lead, motivate and develop the staff team and be able to communicate well at all levels.
The ideal candidate will likely be either an experienced room lead who has had responsibility in running a nursery independently, currently a 3rd in charge or Deputy Manager.
It is essential that you have a minimum of L3 early years qualifications, a minimum of 5 years post-qualifying experience, and at least a grade 4 in Maths and English.
Mat cover Part Time - 32 hours Mon, Tues, Thursday and Friday 8 am -6.pm. Salary up to £13.00
can be an unqualified Nursery Practitioner.
Apply for open vacancies, CLICK HERE
