Nursery Practitioner

Invested Recruiter Group; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking

Pension

Childcare discount

Birthday day off

Team events

Training progression

Job summary

Invested Recruiter Group is recruiting for an Early Years Practitioner in Reading, Berkshire (RG31). The role involves providing high-quality care, planning educational activities, and communicating with families and staff in a warm, home-from-home nursery setting.

Offering a permanent contract with 40 hours across 4 or 5 days, the position includes a pension, childcare discount, birthday day off, and ongoing training and progression opportunities to develop your skills within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Qualified Level 3 or above in Early Years/Childcare.
• Previous Nursery or Childcare Experience.
• Strong EYFS and safeguarding knowledge.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to children in a nursery setting, ensuring their safety and well‑being.
• Plan and implement engaging educational activities that promote early childhood development.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized nursery space, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to manage daily operations and support the overall goals of the nursery.

Skills

Childcare

EYFS

Communication

Teamwork

Health and Safety

Education

Level 3 Early Years/Childcare

Job description

Nursery Practitioner Opportunity!

We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner to join our dedicated team in Reading, Berkshire, RG31.

Our nursery has a long-standing reputation for providing quality childcare in a warm, home-from-home environment. The nursery places great importance on its staff team, encouraging ongoing training, professional development and a collaborative approach to delivering high-quality care and education. This is a lovely opportunity to join an established setting where you will be supported to develop your skills, share ideas and make a valuable contribution to the wider team.

Salary

Starting at £13.50ph / £28,080pa (Depending on qualifications/experience)

Days/Hours

• 40 hours over 4 or 5 days / Shift patterns between 7.30am-6.30pm
• Permanent Contract / All Year Round

Benefits

• Street parking and local transport links
• Team events including Christmas party
• 50% childcare discount
• Birthday day off
• Pension Scheme
• Training and progression opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and support to children in a nursery setting, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Plan and implement engaging educational activities that promote early childhood development.
• Communicate effectively with children, parents, and colleagues to foster a positive learning environment.
• Maintain a clean and organized nursery space, adhering to health and safety regulations.
• Collaborate with team members to manage daily operations and support the overall goals of the nursery.

About You

• Qualified Level 3 or above in Early Years/Childcare
• Previous Nursery or Childcare Experience
• Passionate about working with young children and supporting their development.
• Strong EYFS and safeguarding knowledge
• Able to build strong relationships with children, parents and colleagues.
• Right to work in the UK.