Team Leader – Norcot Early Years Centre

Local Government South East; Reading; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

60% staff discount on childcare fees

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Life Assurance – three times annual/s毅

Job summary

Reading Borough Council is seeking a Level 3 qualified Team Leader to join the Waterside Day Care team in Reading on a permanent, full‑time basis. The role involves being a keyworker for a group of children aged 3 months to 5 years and delivering high‑quality early years education in line with EYFS.

The post offers a 37-hour week with flexible shifts, a supportive environment, and access to extensive training, staff benefits, and safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• Be creative, dynamic and a good communicator.
• Have a flexible approach to your work with a warm, caring attitude.
• Have a good working knowledge of the EYFS and demonstrate a commitment to providing childcare in a non-discriminatory and inclusive manner.
• Have experience of working with babies and children from 3 months to 5 years.
• This Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS checks will be sought.
• We follow safer recruitment practises.

Responsibilities

• Be a keyworker for a group of children and complete relevant paperwork.
• Work to the revised EYFS.
• Model positive social interaction and provide exciting learning experiences.
• Demonstrate inclusive practice at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Flexible attitude

Warm, caring attitude

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Job description

Reading Borough Council

We are looking for an enthusiastic Level 3 qualified Team Leader to join the team in our Waterside Day Care building to start as soon as possible. The post is permanent.

• Full Time
• Permanent
• Reading
• Posted 2 weeks ago
• £33,119 to £37,563 Per year £ / Year
• Closes: 27 September 2026

Shifts

• The post is offered as a 37 hour per week full‑time post in either an early/late shift on alternate weeks.
• Early shift is 7.40am to 4pm
• Late shift is 9.55am to 6.15pm with an hour for lunch break.
• Or 4 days a week compressed 8am-6.15pm or 7.45-6pm with an hour lunch.

A job in early years and childcare is unique and rewarding. You get to be part of a child’s early education and help to shape their future. No matter what the day brings, you’ll feel joy in seeing children grow, learn and flourish.

You will be a keyworker for a group of children and be part of an established, experienced team of staff to meet the needs of individual children’s needs by completing relevant paperwork and working to the revised EYFS.

You will model positive social interaction and play to provide exciting learning experiences. All staff are required to demonstrate inclusive practice at all times.

At Norcot Early Years Centre, we’re proud to offer a supportive, rewarding, and inclusive place to work, where every member of staff is valued for the difference they make.

What We Offer

• A vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming environment – where passionate, dedicated staff work together to support and educate children with a wide range of needs and abilities.
• A strong, professional team – backed by an experienced and approachable Senior Management Team who are committed to your success.
• Excellent community partnerships – working closely with families, governors, and the wider community to create the best possible outcomes for children.
• Comprehensive training and development – Safeguarding, Health & Safety, First Aid, Food safety, Prevent, Fraud Awareness, GDPR, Equality, Cyber Security within the induction period, further regular continuous opportunities for professional growth.
• Career progression opportunities – with support for further qualifications and development within the Centre and the wider Council.
• 60% staff discount on childcare fees – subject to availability within the nursery school or day care.
• A genuine commitment to staff wellbeing – with a culture that values balance, recognition, and care for every team member.
• One paid wellbeing day per year (pro rata) to support your work‑life balance.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Life Assurance – three times your annual salary (for LGPS members).
• Season Ticket Loan – to help with the cost of your rail or bus journey to and from work.
• Lease Car Salary Sacrifice Scheme – lease a brand new, greener car for three years, with insurance, servicing and road tax included in the monthly fee.
• Free, confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – offering professional advice and emotional support whenever you need it.
• Cycle to Work Scheme and other local discounts via the Council’s staff benefits portal.
• Generous holiday entitlement – 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and 33 days after 10 years’ service. (calculated in pay for TTO positions)

The Successful Candidate Will

• Be creative, dynamic and a good communicator.
• Have a flexible approach to your work with a warm, caring attitude.
• Have a good working knowledge of the EYFS and demonstrate a commitment to providing childcare in a non-discriminatory and inclusive manner.
• Have experience of working with babies and children from 3 months to 5 years.
• This Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to provide satisfactory background checks, references and an enhanced DBS disclosure will be sought.
• We have a strong commitment to inclusion and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safer recruitment practises.

For further details about the post or to arrange a visit, please contact Waterside office: 0118 937 5677 or email [e-mail] or visit: https://www.norcotearlyyearscentre.co.uk

No agencies please, we are a local authority employer

The advert will close when a suitable candidate has been appointed.