Acorns Day Nursery - Nursery Practitioner & Key Person
Occupational group: Nursery and pre-school
Working pattern: Full time
Contract type: Permanent
Hours: 36 hours per week, Monday to Thursday (excluding 1-hour lunch break), 8am - 6pm
Location: Acorns Day Nursery, 532 Reading Road, Winnersh RG41 5EX
Closing date: 30th September 2025
Start date: 1st September 2025
Job overview
To work alongside the nursery team to provide children with a stimulating environment that encourages and supports child-initiated learning by offering appropriate levels of support.
You will need a good understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage to plan and develop a balanced programme of activities supporting children's learning.
To support partnerships with families, act as a key worker for a group of children, and maintain children's records and learning journeys.
Work with the nursery management team to ensure a high standard of care for the children.
Candidate requirements
* Friendly, reliable, calm, and patient nature
* Good team player with a flexible approach and initiative
* Strong communication and organizational skills
* Relevant Childcare Level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent
* Key Person experience is an advantage
Additional information
The nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff must share this commitment.
A fully enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references are required.
NVQ 2 or 3 in Childcare & Education or equivalent.
Please see the attached job description for further details.
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