Nursery Nurse

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Reading; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Reading is seeking a qualified Level 3 Nursery Nurse to care for children and support their development at Little Dragons Day Nursery. You will ensure high standards of care and education, working collaboratively with families and professionals. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification and experience with children with special needs. This full-time role offers competitive salary and generous benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working options

27 days’ annual leave

Generous NHS pension scheme

Learning and career development opportunities

‘Cycle to Work’ scheme

Wellbeing tools and services

Discounts at retailers

Support for equality

Generous leave policies

Free parking

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified nursery nurse.
• Experience with special needs is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for a group of children providing care and activities.
• Compile and maintain development records.
• Create a stimulating and caring environment.
• Build relationships with children and families.

Skills

Experience working with children

Understanding of EYFS

Special needs support

Education

Level 3 Nursery Nurse qualification

Job description

Role

We are looking for a qualified Level 3 Nursery Nurse to join our team at Little Dragons Day Nursery, part of Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.

Location

Little Dragons, Reading

Salary

£24,937 to £26,598 per year

Working hours

Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 6:00pm. A full‑time rota for 37.5 hours per week, 7.5 hours per day.

Your role

You will be responsible for a group of children, providing daily care, activities and developmental reviews. You will support children from 6 months to reception age, ensuring high standards of care and learning in a safe, stimulating environment in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage.

• Encouraging all areas of the children’s development within EYFS with appropriate activities and play opportunities.
• Compiling and maintaining development records and reporting to the Team Leader at agreed intervals.
• Providing a stimulating, friendly and caring environment at all times.
• Demonstrating good practice with regards to special needs and inclusion.
• Being a key carer carrying out all related responsibilities in building relationships with a small group of children and their families.
• Working with Early Years and other professional teams to continuously improve quality of childcare and education.

Qualifications

Level 3 qualified nursery nurse, experience working with children with special needs is an advantage.

Benefits

• Flexible working options to support work‑life balance.
• 27 days’ annual leave rising with service + the opportunity to buy and sell.
• Generous NHS pension scheme.
• Excellent learning and career development opportunities.
• ‘Cycle to Work’ and car leasing scheme.
• Access to a range of wellbeing tools and services.
• Discounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurants.
• Staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities and armed forces community to support equality.
• Generous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leave.
• Free parking across Trust site.

Our values at Berkshire Healthcare

• Caring for and about you is our top priority.
• Committed to providing good quality, safe services.
• Working together with you to develop innovative solutions.

Contact

Name: Kuljinder Johal
Job title: Talent Acquisition Partner
Email: [e-mail]