Educator -Lunch Cover

N Family Club; Reading; On-site; GBP 27,227 - 30,826; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Annual bonus potential

Flexible 4–5 day week

Up to 35 days holiday

Job summary

N Family Club in Reading, Berkshire is seeking an enthusiastic early years educator to support our play-based N Curriculum. The role focuses on inspiring learning, supporting daily routines, and planning development-focused activities within a safe and engaging classroom.

The ideal candidate has experience in early-years settings, Level 2 Early Years qualification, Paediatric First Aid, safeguarding knowledge, and a passion for education.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an early-years environment.
• Level 2 or above Early Years qualification (full & relevant).
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and willingness to train.
• Up-to-date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh).
• Genuine passion for education and a drive to change children’s lives.
• Team player with a can-do attitude and positive mindset.
• Confident communicator with a love for customer service.

Responsibilities

• Inspire learning through our play-based N Curriculum.
• Support smooth daily routines – from mealtimes to naptimes.
• Create and implement development-focused activity plans.
• Carry out observations, assessments and planning for key children.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with children and families.
• Ensure the classroom is a safe, clean, and engaging environment at all times.
• Embed all policies and procedures into daily practice.

Skills

Early years experience

Strong communicator

Passion for education

Team player

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Paediatric First Aid (12 hours)

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

We’re more than just a nursery group. We’re the UK’s most innovative early‑years education provider, proudly certified as a Great Place to Work and ranked the 30th Best Workplace in the UK. At N Family Club we reimagine early years education, creating a curriculum‑led environment that fosters creativity and prepares children for the modern world.

Under the nursery education department, this role based in Reading, Berkshire offers a salary of £13,614‑£15,413 per year (or £27,227‑£30,826 for the 20‑hour pro‑rate).

What you’ll be doing

• Inspire learning through our play‑based N Curriculum
• Support smooth daily routines – from mealtimes to naptimes
• Create and implement development‑focused activity plans
• Carry out observations, assessments and planning for key children
• Build strong, trusted relationships with children and families
• Ensure the classroom is a safe, clean, and engaging environment at all times
• Embed all policies and procedures into daily practice
• Act as a positive role model – collaborate, motivate, and share ideas

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in an early‑years environment
• Level 2 or above Early Years qualification (full & relevant)
• Paediatric First Aid (12 hours) and willingness to train
• Up‑to‑date safeguarding knowledge (or willingness to refresh)
• Genuine passion for education and a drive to change children’s lives
• Team player with a can‑do attitude and positive mindset
• Confident communicator with a love for customer service

Benefits

• Competitive salary – £27,227‑£30,826, based on experience and dedication (pro‑rate to 20 hours per week)
• Up to £750 annual performance bonus
• Flexible working – choose 4‑5 days a week for work‑life balance
• Up to 35 days holiday, including a personal ‘Me’ day and Christmas closure
• £100 annual learning fund plus access to N Academy
• £100 clothing allowance
• Enhanced family leave for parents, carers, and more
• 40% childcare discount, plus 6 emergency days annually
• 5‑year loyalty bonus – around‑the‑world trip and 2 bonus weeks off
• 10‑year loyalty bonus – ‘Out of this world’ experience and 2 extra weeks off
• Referral bonus – earn up to £1,000 per successful hire
• Amazing discounts on groceries, shopping, fitness, and more
• Travel support – season ticket loans and cycle‑to‑work scheme
• Socials & wellbeing – annual parties, team events, gym discounts, and online fitness

Location: Reading, Berkshire