Qualified Nursery Practitioner

Childbase Partnership Limited; Twyford; Hybrid; GBP 27,040 - 33,737; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days paid leave, rising to 28 days

75% childcare discount

Work-life balance with paid days off

Wellbeing support including free meals

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Childbase Partnership Limited, located in Twyford, is seeking a Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above) to join their team. The position offers flexible shifts between 07:30 and 18:30, with a contract available for 18–40 hours per week.

Within a supportive and inclusive environment, practitioners will develop learning activities and maintain children's well-being. Employees benefit from generous annual leave, childcare discounts, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Qualified early years professional with a minimum level 2 qualification.
• Ability to create engaging learning opportunities.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement high quality, engaging activities that promote learning.
• Observe, assess and record children's progress.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Effective communication

Planning and implementing activities

Observing and assessing children's progress

Collaborative work

Education

DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above

Job description

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.

Position: Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above).

Location: Cedar Park Day Nursery | Twyford | RG10 9PP.

Contract: Permanent | 18–40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year.

Working pattern: Full and part‑time options available of 2–5 days a week | Shifts will fall between 07:30am‑18:30pm.

Salary: £27,040–£33,737.60 per annum (pro‑rata) | £13.00–£16.22 per hour.

We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44‑day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed.

About us

We are employee‑owned: Every colleague is a partner with a voice, who helps drive our success; when we do well, we each receive an annual tax‑free dividend.

We are number1: Ranked top of the Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes.

We are community‑driven: Supporting causes close to our hearts, we’ve raised more than £3.5 million for charity.

We are environmentally responsible: Building a greener tomorrow our nurseries all hold Green Flag awards and are powered by 100% renewable energy.

Why join us

• Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per annum (pro‑rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.
• Work‑life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your leave or sell the days you accrue, tax‑free.
• Childcare discount: 75% discount (or 40% grandparent discount) on your fees at any Childbase nursery, from day one.
• Exclusive partner benefits: Long‑service rewards, qualification bonuses and retail discounts.
• Wellbeing support: Free meals, mental health and occupational health support, flu jabs, eye care vouchers and a free will‑writing service.
• Career development: Team inset days, access to online training and apprenticeships through our academy.

About you

• You are a qualified early years professional: You hold a DfE approved early years qualification at level 2 or above.
• You are skilled in creating opportunities for learning: Your knowledge of the EYFS will enable you to work as a Key Person, planning and implementing high quality, engaging activities that promote learning through play; observing, assessing and recording children’s progress.
• You are an advocate for safeguarding: You will ensure every child feels safe, valued, and happy and their well‑being is promoted.
• You are collaborative: You enjoy working in partnership with children, parents and colleagues, effectively communicating and building strong and positive relationships.
• Applicants must currently reside within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold suitable Right to Work in the UK; VISA sponsorship is not available.
• Safer recruitment checks apply, which include an Enhanced DBS check.

We are an inclusive employer and we welcome applicants of all ages and backgrounds.

We’re committed to FREDIE (fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion and engagement) and will consider any reasonable adjustments required.