Level 3 Early Years Practitioner
St Edward's Prep
St Edwards Prep & Nursery, 64 Tilehurst Rd, Reading RG30 2JH, England
- £26,208 - £27,278 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- FTE depending on qualifications and experience
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- 02 March 2026
- Apply by:
- 15 February 2026
Job overview
Thank you for your interest in our Early Years Practitioner position at St Edward’s Prep.
We are looking to appoint a dynamic and ambitious Early Years Assistant to join our exciting and growing Little Griffins Nursery. The chosen candidate will have the opportunity to be involved in planning across the different age groups (currently two rooms), build positive relationships within their highly skilled team, and support us in expanding the nursery, including opening to two-year-olds in the new academic year.
Hours, Salary & Benefits:
Hours: Permanent, full time role, term time or year round role.
Level 3 in Early Years Education required.
Salary: £12.60 - £13.10 per hour/£26,208.00 - £27,278.00 pa FTE depending on qualifications and experience
Benefits:
- 5% employer pension
- Means tested staff discount
- Complimentary lunches
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays pa
- Access to the group's counselling scheme
- Access to fully funded apprenticeships
- Discretionary Christmas stand down
Start Date: As soon as possible
Teaching & Learning Responsibilities:
- To provide a safe, friendly, stimulating environment in which the pupils can flourish.
- To provide exciting, interesting learning opportunities and provision for pupils to discover the word for themselves.
- To provide opportunities for fun and enjoyment within the nursery that support in developing each pupils love of learning.
- To be responsible for creating a stimulating, productive learning environment in the classroom and shared areas.
- To follow the EYFS Framework in order to promote the development of the abilities and aptitudes of the pupils in any class or group assigned.
- To support with planning for each week
- To assist in any review of schemes of work.
- To, with supervision, assess and record pupils' progress.
- To liaise with the Nursery Lead and SEND Teacher regarding any children with specific needs. As required, liaise with parents and other schools/agencies involved.
- To participate in 'Inset' Days and training courses.
Organisational Responsibilities:
- To uphold and ensure a high standard of care throughout the nursery.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships in the staff team, through regular staff meetings, team meetings, training sessions and positive and constructive feedback.
- To prepare reports as necessary for key children’s attainment and the analysis of performance in the setting.
- To maintain children’s records to a high standard with due regard to confidentiality.
- To assist staff in carrying out observations and evaluations of children’s activities.
- To maintain personal contact with parents through meetings, open days and informal conversations when needed.
Person Specification:
The successful candidate will have the following skills, experience and qualities:
Essential:
- Early Years Practitioner qualification such as CACHE Diploma in Child Care and Education, NVQ Level 3
- To have a good knowledge of the EYFS Framework
- The ability to build positive and meaningful relationships with our youngest children
- Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Be professional, polite and positive in all verbal with staff, parents and children at all times
- A commitment to develop and grow professionally
- An excellent Team player excited to contribute to our nursery and the wider school community
Desirable:
- A confident and capable practitioner
- A confident and sensitive communicator with both adults and children
- To adhere to the school’s values and ethos
- To display professionalism in all areas such as punctuality, work ethic, honesty, reliability and collaboration
- Have excellent organisational and time management skills
- Have the ability and passion to ensure the delivery of superb care and education
- A good standard of written, oral and IT skills
For full details, please see our candidate pack. To apply, please complete a Wishford Education Application Form.
Attached documents
About St Edward's Prep
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St Edward’s Prep is a successful, happy and high-achieving prep school in Reading, Berkshire which pupils attend from all over the surrounding area.
From the youngest children in our busy Nursery, to our confident, pro-active Year 6 leavers, and at every point in between, they are challenged by outstanding staff and exciting opportunities, motivated in a supportive and friendly, family environment.
Therefore, children who attend our school are prepared for the future with a love of learning and a confidence to enthusiastically embrace challenge. They become leaders able to make a positive and caring contribution to our community and the wider world.
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