Part-Time Level 3 Early Years Educator – Inclusive Care

Reading Borough Council; Reading; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday entitlement

LGPS

Life Assurance

Season Ticket Loan

Lease car salary sacrifice

Job summary

Reading Borough Council is seeking a Part Time Early Years Educator (Level 3) to join Sure Start Whitley Nursery in Reading. You will build warm relationships with children and families, support settling‑in, observe development, and contribute to planning and individual support where needed.

You must hold a Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare and have experience with children aged 0–5. The role offers a competitive salary (£13,854 to £16,023 a year), generous holiday, LGPS, and a range of flexible

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 3 Qualification in Early Years/Childcare.
• Experience of working with children aged 0-5 years in an early years’ setting.
• Excellent understanding of child development.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build warm, supportive relationships with children and families, ensuring smooth settling‑in experiences
• Observe, assess and record children’s development, contributing to planning and individual support where needed.
• Promote a safe, nurturing environment where children feel secure, valued and able to progress.
• Support children with SEND and contribute to Individual Education Plans.

Skills

Level 3 EY/Childcare

Experience with under-5s

Excellent communication

Job description

Reading Borough Council is seeking a Part Time Early Years Educator (Level 3) to join Sure Start Whitley Nursery in Reading. You will build warm relationships with children and families, support settling‑in, observe development, and contribute to planning and individual support where needed.

You must hold a Level 3 in Early Years/Childcare and have experience with children aged 0–5. The role offers a competitive salary (£13,854 to £16,023 a year), generous holiday, LGPS, and a range of flexible