Nursery Nurse - Level 3

Teaching Personnel; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated early years agency in Reading is looking for an enthusiastic Nursery Nurse who is passionate about early childhood development. In this role, you will provide high-quality care, support, and education to children aged 3 months to 5 years. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment and delivering engaging learning activities. The ideal candidate will possess relevant qualifications and a genuine desire to work with young children. Join a supportive team that values professional development and teamwork.

Benefits

Supportive, friendly team environment

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting preferred.
• Understanding of EYFS framework is essential.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote learning.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Passion for working with young children

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare

Job description

We are a warm, welcoming and nurturing early years agency dedicated to providing high-quality care and education for children aged from 3 months – 5 years. We pride ourselves on our supportive team culture and our commitment to helping every child thrive.

About the Role

We are seeking a caring, energetic and enthusiastic Nursery Nurse to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early childhood development and able to create a safe, stimulating and inclusive environment for all children.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support for children in line with EYFS curriculum
• Plan and deliver engaging activities that promote learning and development
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
• Maintain accurate observations and records of children’s progress
• Ensure the nursery environment is clean, safe and well‑organised
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies at all times

Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare (or equivalent)
• Experience working in a nursery or early years setting (preferred)
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Understanding of EYFS framework
• A genuine passion for working with young children
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one)

What We Offer

• Supportive, friendly team environment
• Ongoing training and professional development

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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