Child Care jobs in ReadingCreate job alerts

Qualified Nursery Practitioner Join Nurseplus as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Qualified Nursery Practitioner, you'll be providing high-quality care within a nursery setting across the local area. You will be required to provide day-to-day cover for shor... ZIPC1_UKTJ

Join Our Exciting New Nursery in Binfield!\n\n We’re thrilled to announce the opening of a brand-new, two-storey Busy Bees nursery in Binfield! This is your chance to be part of something truly special. With 75 little learners ready to explore, laugh, and grow, we need a passionate Senior Room Leader to help us give our children the best start in life! \n\n As a founding team member, you’ll play a vital role in shaping the nursery culture and creating an environment where both children and staff can thrive together. Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey with us? \n\nWhy You’ll Love Working with Us\n\n As a Senior Room Leader, you’ll enjoy a range of exclusive benefits that make Busy Bees a fantastic place to work: \n\n\n • \nCompetitive Pay: Earn £32,864.00\n, • \nCareer Progression: Grow with us through training and development!\n, • \nBirthday Off: Yes, really! Take the day to celebrate YOU!\n, • \n50% Childcare Discount: Because family comes first!\n, • \nUp to 28 Days Holiday: Including bank holidays!\n, • \nMenopause Support: Through Peppy, helping you navigate life’s milestones!\n, • \nWellbeing Perks: Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub!\n, • \nCycle to Work Scheme: A healthy commute for a happier you!\n, • \nPension & Financial Perks: Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance support!\n, • \nTravel Opportunities: Work with childcare professionals across the globe!\n, • \nEnhanced Family Leave: Because balance matters!\n, • \nEmployee Assistance Programme: We’ve got your back with mental health support!\n\n\n Plus, you’ll gain exclusive access to Hive, our Benefits & Wellbeing platform, filled with: \n\n\n • Retail discounts\n, • A Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health\n, • A Celebrating You section recognizing our valued team members\n, • A Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training\n\n\nYour Role as a Senior Room Leader\n\n In this dynamic position, you will: \n\n\n • \nCreate: Engaging and exciting learning experiences for children\n, • \nLead: Inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm and creativity\n, • \nSupport: Foster children’s development and maintain positive relationships with families\n, • \nPlan: Fun, educational activities that spark curiosity and growth\n, • \nEnsure: The highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene\n\n\nAre You Our Perfect Match?\n\n We’re looking for dynamic, passionate, and skilled childcare professionals to join our team. Do you have: \n\n\n • A Level 3 qualification or above in early years education?\n, • Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience preferred?\n, • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills to inspire your team?\n, • A passion for fostering children’s development and creating positive relationships with families?\n\n\nAbout Us\n\n Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and even more overseas! We’re dedicated to giving every child the best start in life while ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way. \n\n As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners. Plus, through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we actively fundraise and create community events to support children across the UK. \n\n ✨ This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees!

Youth Support Worker - ReadingWe have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Youth Support Worker to join a specialist school in Reading supporting students aged 5 to 11 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom also experience behavioural challenges.This role is vital in a nurturing and structured environment where every child benefits from a personalised Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). You will work closely with students to support their emotional regulation, behavioural development, and academic progress, helping them build resilience and confidence to thrive both inside and beyond school.Our school uses restorative practices to empower students in managing their emotions and behaviours, setting them on a path towards positive personal growth and success. You'll be an integral part of a team committed to creating a safe, supportive space that fosters wellbeing and learning.What you'll bring to the role:A patient, kind, and empathetic approach to working with children facing SEMH and behavioural difficultiesA positive mindset and a passion for helping young people overcome their challengesWillingness to learn and adapt to the individual needs of each childPrevious experience working with children, particularly those with SEMH or behavioural needs, is desirable but not essentialWhy this role is important: You'll be supporting students who need extra emotional and behavioural support to engage successfully in their learning. Your contribution will help them achieve personalised goals and develop essential life skills that prepare them for the next stages of their education and life beyond school.Whether you're a graduate seeking experience or someone passionate about making a difference in the community, this role offers valuable hands-on experience and professional development in a specialist SEMH setting.Details:Location: ReadingTerm-time roleSalary: £90-£110 per dayStart date: ASAP / SeptemberSmall class sizes with strong senior leadership supportIf you're ready to make a real difference and grow your skills in a specialist SEMH environment, apply now! Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so don't delay.TPBN1_UKTJ

Our client believes nurseries are more important than ever before. As well as being crucial years for a child’s development and preparation for life in the modern world, they also create a place for families to come together. Our client has gone to great lengths to create an inspiring environment that ensures the best possible start for children and feels like a home-from-home for families and their team members. Our client is looking to recruit a Nursery Room Leader. Nursery Room Leader A qualified nursery room leader responsible for the day to day running of an allocated area or room within the nursery. You must be NVQ level 3 qualified or equivalent. An important role in training and developing staff by imparting knowledge and skills. You will be required to ensure the children are cared for in a happy, safe and stimulating environment. You will also need to have a sound understanding of a child’s developmental requirements and to provide a range of stimulating learning experiences designed to meet children’s all round development. Successful Nursery Room Leader will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Benefits include: • Enjoy a performance related bonus of up to £1,200 per year, • Your choice of a 4-day 36 hour week or the classic 5 day 40 hour week (we are certain we have a working pattern that works around you), • Revel in up to 32 days of holiday a year (including...

Our client believes nurseries are more important than ever before. As well as being crucial years for a child’s development and preparation for life in the modern world, they also create a place for families to come together. Our client has gone to great lengths to create an inspiring environment that ensures the best possible start for children and feels like a home-from-home for families and their team members. Our client is looking to recruit a Nursery Room Leader. Nursery Room Leader A qualified nursery room leader responsible for the day to day running of an allocated area or room within the nursery. You must be NVQ level 3 qualified or equivalent. An important role in training and developing staff by imparting knowledge and skills. You will be required to ensure the children are cared for in a happy, safe and stimulating environment. You will also need to have a sound understanding of a child’s developmental requirements and to provide a range of stimulating learning experiences designed to meet children’s all round development. Successful Nursery Room Leader will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Benefits include: • Enjoy a performance related bonus of up to £1,200 per year • Your choice of a 4-day 36 hour week or the classic 5 day 40 hour week (we are certain we have a working pattern that works around you) • Revel in up to 32 days of holiday a year (including 3 day...

Full time 37 hours Typical shift patterns: 10am - 10pm,sleep-in followed by a 7am - 11am CLOSING DATE 19th July INTERVIEWS COMMENCING 20th July We are looking for a Senior Residential Childcare Practitioner to join Positive Footsteps Group. A children’s home can be a complex and challenging environment, so we need determined, resilient people to offer unconditional care and commitment to our children. We would welcome applications from qualified, experienced Childcare workers. The role includes evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and regular sleep-in duties (1–2 per week), with an additional allowance of £50 per sleep-in. There will be shouting, stressful moments and maybe a tear but there will also be laughter, happiness and a chance to not only make good memories but also have a positive impact on the children's life. Help us to make our house ‘their home’!. Roles and responsibilities: Ensure the effective safeguarding of children and young people at all times, taking responsibility for responding to and reporting any concerns in line with policies and procedures. Provide day-to-day care and support including personal care, medication administration, cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a safe, clean, and well-organised home environment. * Lead and manage the shift, overseeing the day-to-day running of the children’s home and taking accountability for staff practice and decision-maki...

About Us The Club Company is a premium collection of 18 golf and country clubs across the UK. We blend golf, fitness, and wellness to offer a complete lifestyle. Our clubs feature championship standard golf courses, fitness facilities, swimming pools, tennis courts, bars, eateries and accommodation. Our locations are what set us apart; beautiful grounds, picturesque views, and space to create that feel-good environment. Our mission is to be the premier collection of golf and country clubs in the UK, offering members a feel-good experience through health and wellness, golf and more. To us, nothing beats spending time at one of our clubs. We're hugely proud of our facilities and the experience on offer and continuously strive to maintain the highest levels of service and standards. We create a feel-good experience through our CARE values: Caring, we are hosts with heart, helpful and respectful to customers – putting people first. Ambitious, we are enterprising, fearless to reach the result and innovating – never giving up. Respectful, we are considerate, establishing the needs of others, working efficiently and caring about high standards - with great attention to detail. Energised, we are smile seekers, setting a positive tone and enjoying what we do! Happy to be at work and enthusiastic within a feel good envi...

About our Clients Based in South Reading area, with good transport links, and on site parking. Our Clients are sourcing an experienced and passionate nursery manager to lead the day to day operations of their lovely large Nursery. You will need to be an experienced Nursery Manager, with experience of running 100 plus place settings, strong on team leading, quality and curriculum as well as in-house training, and ideally have taken a setting through an Ofsted Inspection. Working a 42.5 hr week salary is up to £55k depending on experience. What are Clients are looking for Essential for the Nursery Manager Role Level 3 or above Early Years / Childcare qualification (full and relevant) Minimum 4 years’ experience in early years, including 2 years’ in a management or team-leading role Experience leading or supporting Ofsted inspections Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and health & safety practices Experience managing nursery teams, occupancy, and budgets Deliver high-quality care and learning while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements Ideal Nursery Manager Candidate Passionate about early years and committed to outstanding outcomes Confident leader, able to support and guide staff across the nursery Experienced in leading a nursery, managing operations, and driving improvements Proactive, flexible, and committed to maintaining high standa...

Early Years Practitioner Location: Wokingham Start Date: ASAP Contract Type: Permanent Salary: £22,000 - £27,000 A welcoming and well-established nursery in Wokingham is seeking a passionate and experienced Level 3 Early Years Practitioner to join their dedicated team as soon as possible. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is committed to delivering high-quality early years education and creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can grow, learn, and thrive. Responsibilities as an Early Years Practitioner: • Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate activities in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, • Observe, monitor, and assess children's progress, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records, • Support children's emotional, social, and cognitive development through structured and play-based learning, • Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and child welfare, • Build strong relationships with colleagues and parents to support each child's development What you need to be an Early Years Practitioner: • Level 3 qualification in Early Years (essential), • Strong understanding of the EYFS framework, • Previous experience working with young children, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, • Sound knowledge of safeguarding and child protection Perks for working at this amazing nursery: • Permanent position with an immediate start, • Flexible working arrangements, • Supportive and collaborative team environment, • Opportunity to make a real difference in children's early development Early Years Practitioner - Wokingham - Permanent - ASAP Start - Flexible Working Options JBRP1_UKTJ

Manage a nursery room, lead the team, create learning experiences, and ensure health and safety.

Role Overview: ???? We’re Opening a Brand-New Busy Bees Nursery in Binfield! Be Part of Something Amazing! ???? We’re opening a brand-new, two-storey Busy Bees nursery in Binfield and this is YOUR chance to be part of something truly special! 75 little learners will soon be exploring, laughing, and growing—and we need a passionate Senior Room Leader to join us in giving our children the best start in life! This is your chance to be part of something fresh, exciting, and built from the ground up! Be a founding team member, help shape the nursery culture, and create an environment where children and staff thrive together. ???? WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING WITH US AS A SENIOR ROOM LEADER • ✨ Exclusive Busy Bees Benefits ✨ ???? Competitive pay – £33,904.00 ???? Career progression – Grow with us through training & development! ???? Birthday off – Yes, really. Take the day to celebrate YOU! ???? 50% childcare discount – Because family comes first! ???? Up to 28 days holiday – Including bank holidays! ???? Menopause support – Through Peppy, helping you through life’s milestones! ???? Wellbeing perks – Access to Hive, our fantastic wellbeing & retail discount hub! ???? Cycle to Work scheme – A healthy commute, a happier you! ???? Pension & financial perks – Easy access to workplace pension & Salary Finance support! ???? Travel opportunities – Work with childcare professionals across the world! ???? Enhanced family leave & return-to-work bonus – Because balance matters! ???? Employee Assistance Programme & Mental Health First Aiders – We've got your back! ???? PLUS: You’ll get exclusive access to Hive, our Benefits & Wellbeing platform —filled with retail discounts, a Wellbeing Hub supporting your physical & mental health, a Celebrating You section recognising our valued team members, and a Grow with Us area packed with development opportunities and training. Role Responsibilities ???? WHAT YOU’LL DO AS A SENIOR ROOM LEADER • ⭐ Create engaging, exciting learning experiences for children ⭐ Lead & inspire your nursery team with enthusiasm & creativity ⭐ Support children’s development & maintain positive relationships with families • ⭐ Plan fun, educational activities to spark curiosity & growth ⭐ Ensure the highest standards of health, safety, and hygiene Required Qualifications • ???? ARE YOU OUR PERFECT MATCH? We’re searching for dynamic, passionate, and skilled childcare professionals to join our team . ???? Do you have…? • ???? Level 3 qualification or above in early years education ???? Experience in an early years setting, with supervisory experience an advantage—ideally as a Senior Nursery Room Leader or Nursery Room Manager ???? Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills to inspire and support your team ???? A passion for fostering children’s development and creating positive relationships with families • ???? ABOUT US Busy Bees is the UK’s leading nursery group, with nearly 400 nurseries across the UK and even more overseas! We’re all about giving every child the best start in life and ensuring our team feels valued, heard, and supported every step of the way! As part of our team, you’ll be introduced to our Bee Curious curriculum, designed to nurture wonder, creativity, and confidence in young learners! ???? Our Charitable Commitment – Through our partnership with BBC Children in Need, we fundraise, create community events, and help support children across the UK . ✨ This is YOUR chance to be part of something exciting, rewarding, and career-changing. APPLY NOW and start your next adventure with Busy Bees! ????

Seeking a Level 3 Nursery Nurse for a permanent role in Wokingham. Responsibilities include planning and delivering play-based learning, supporting child development, and ensuring safety. Offers training, flexible working, and competitive salary.

Want a supportive, rewarding job that fits around your schedule? Fed up of your current part-time job in retail, hospitality, admin or waitressing? Looking to find your Mon-YAY again? Well, youre in luck. A lovely family in Reading needs a patient and friendly childcarer to help them look after their two daughters a few afternoons a week. Becoming a Koru Kids nanny means you will become a valued par... JBRN1_UKTJ

We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Youth Support Worker to join a specialist school in Maidenhead supporting students aged 5 to 13 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom also experience behavioural challenges. Youth Support Worker - Maiden

We have an exciting opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated Youth Support Worker to join a specialist school in Wokingham supporting students aged 5 to 11 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, many of whom also experience behavioural challenges. Youth Support Worker - Wokingh

Full time 37 hours Typical shift patterns: 10am - 10pm,sleep-in followed by a 7am - 11am CLOSING DATE 19th July INTERVIEW COMMENCING 20th July We are looking for a Residential Childcare Practitioner to join our 4 bed home in Reading. We welcome applications from both Qualified, experienced childcare workers and unqualified individuals who would like a change in direction. We are proud to have achieved an outstanding Ofsted rating for the past two consecutive years and are looking for dedicated, enthusiastic, and caring individuals to join our team. The role includes evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and regular sleep-in duties (1–2 per week), with an additional allowance of £50 per sleep-in. This role can be challenging, with difficult days and stressful moments, but it is also incredibly rewarding. If you are resilient, compassionate, and committed to making a positive difference in a young person's life, we would love to hear from you. Roles and responsibilities: Support children and young people with all aspects of daily living, including personal hygiene, health needs, administering medication, and developing independence and life skills. Build positive, trusting relationships through consistent care and positive role modelling, helping young people make safe and constructive choices. Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times, recognising and responding appropriately to any concerns. Support children to access education, including assisting with homework, liaising with schools, and attending relevant meetings when required. Contribute to care planning by maintaining accurate records and providing information for placement plans, behaviour support strategies, and risk assessments. Work as part of a dedicated team, attending meetings and training, while participating in a rota that includes evenings, weekends, bank holidays, and sleep-in duties. Responsibilities included above are not limited to. Applicants requirements: A genuine commitment to engaging with children who have challenging behaviour and complex history. Ability to react calmly in stressful situations. The ability to create positive relationships with the children, meeting their needs and safeguarding them at all times. Flexibility to undertake shift work including evening, weekends and bank holidays, and occasional sleep-ins. The ability to be a good role model. High personal and professional standards. NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People Workforce (or willingness to complete). Full, clean UK Driving Licence (Preferred). Benefits include: * Entitlement to 28 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). * Progressive pay scale. * Enhanced employee Assistance Programme * Paid Training, including additional training to support progression * Enrolment into the NEST Pension scheme * Staff incentives, achievement awards * Access to hundreds of discounts and benefits through the high street and online All candidates will be subject to Safer Recruitment and DBS checks. CLOSING DATE 19th July **INTERVIEW COMMENCING 20th July

Qualified Nursery Practitioner Join Nurseplus as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner – Make a Difference Every Day At Nurseplus, every shift you work is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of those in need. As a Qualified Nursery Practitioner, you’ll be providing high-quality care within a nursery setting across the local area. You will be required to provide day-to-day cover for short or longer-term placements, supporting children's development, ensuring their safety, and helping them learn through play. You’ll become part of a compassionate team where every contribution counts, and you’ll truly be able to make a difference to a child’s life. Why Choose Nurseplus? Flexibility that Works for You: Choose your shifts, whether full-time or part-time, so you can fit work around your life. Weekly Pay & Competitive Rates: Earn £14.75 per hour, with weekly pay and an annual pay review to reward your hard work. Workwise App: Take control of your schedule with our Workwise app – manage your availability and easily book shifts on your terms. Paid Industry-Leading Training: We pay for you to attend our comprehensive, industry-leading training that’s in line with the Care Certificate and Core Skills Training Framework, tailored to help you grow your skills, whether you’re new to care or have years of experience. Ongoing Development Opportunities: From in-house courses to funded qualifications such as NVQ Levels 2 and 3, we support your professional growth at every stage. Blue Light Card: Enjoy thousands of discounts on the high street and online with eligibility for a Blue Light Card. What You’ll Be Doing As a Nursery Practitioner with Nurseplus, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality early years care and education. Key responsibilities include: Assisting in the daily care, supervision, and wellbeing of children within the nursery setting. Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging, age-appropriate activities that encourage learning and development. Maintaining a clean, safe, and stimulating environment that meets health and safety standards. Championing the nursery’s values and ethos to create a nurturing and positive atmosphere for children. Providing guidance and support to fellow team members, helping to lead by example and ensure best practice across the nursery. What We’re Looking For You must be over 18 years old and have the right to work in the UK. Willing to travel to multiple locations within your local area. NVQ Diploma Level 2 or 3 is essential in Childcare or Early Years Education. A good standard of English and the ability to communicate effectively. A clear enhanced DBS, which you can apply for upon registration. If you’re passionate about making a positive impact and want to work with a team that truly cares, we’d love to hear from you! About Nurseplus At Nurseplus, our mission is to make a positive impact and change lives every day. We are passionate about delivering the highest-quality care that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we support. But our commitment doesn’t stop there – we care just as much for our staff as we do for our clients. By fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, we empower our team to grow, thrive, and make a meaningful contribution to the communities they serve

Level 3 Nursery Practitioners Wanted | Reading & Berkshire Tiny Tots Recruitment is currently working with a number of highly regarded nurseries across Reading and the surrounding areas that are looking to welcome passionate Early Years professionals into their teams. ⭐ Flexible & Part-Time Opportunities Available ⭐ One of our nursery partners is currently seeking lunch-cover support in the Pangbourne area. • Monday to Friday • 11:30am - 2:00pm or 12:00pm - 3:00pm • Ideal for school-friendly working hours • Potential for up to 3 full days per week • Bank staff also welcome Whether you're looking for a full-time career move, part-time hours or flexible bank work, we'd love to hear from you. We are currently recruiting for: • Level 3 Nursery Practitioners • Senior Practitioners • Room Leaders • Third in Charge • Deputy Managers • Nursery Managers Opportunities are available across: • Reading • Pangbourne • Caversham • Wokingham • Bracknell • Maidenhead • Newbury • Surrounding areas Why work with Tiny Tots Recruitment? • Access to multiple nursery opportunities through one application • Permanent, full-time positions • Part-time and flexible opportunities available • Competitive salaries • Career progression opportunities • Support throughout the interview process • Roles matched to your commute, salary expectations and career goals Many of our clients offer: • Competitive salaries • Annual salary reviews • Additional annual leave • Paid training and development • Discounted childcare • Employee wellbeing support • Recognition and reward schemes Requirements: • Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) • Previous experience working within an Early Years setting • Strong knowledge of the EYFS • Excellent communication and teamwork skills Not actively looking? Many of the candidates we place weren't actively searching when they first spoke to us. A confidential conversation can help you understand what opportunities, salaries and progression routes are currently available in your area. Apply today for a confidential discussion with Tiny Tots Recruitment