Creative Early Years Practitioner: Play-Led Learning

Wishford Schools; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% employer pension

Means-tested staff discount

Complimentary lunches

25 days paid leave + bank holidays

Job summary

St Edward’s Prep School & Nursery in Reading is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join our warm EYFS team. You will deliver play-based learning for children aged 2–5, building strong relationships with families and working collaboratively to maintain an outstanding provision.

The role offers a permanent, full-time position with term-time or year-round options, a 40-hour week, and extensive CPD opportunities within a supportive leadership culture.

Qualifications

• Strong passion for Early Years education and child development.
• Ability to build warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Experience with play-based and child-led learning approaches.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care and education for children aged 2–5.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based learning experiences.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with children and families.
• Collaborate to maintain outstanding EYFS provision and culture.

Skills

Passionate about Early Years

Child development

Warm and nurturing

Creativity

Team player

Education

Level 3 in Early Years Education

Job description

St Edward’s Prep School & Nursery in Reading is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to join our warm EYFS team. You will deliver play-based learning for children aged 2–5, building strong relationships with families and working collaboratively to maintain an outstanding provision.

The role offers a permanent, full-time position with term-time or year-round options, a 40-hour week, and extensive CPD opportunities within a supportive leadership culture.