Level 3 Nursery Practitioner - £28,000-£31,000 Join a family-owned nursery in Reading with a settled team and a strong sense of routine, where children are genuinely known and supported. The day-to-day is structured but flexible enough to allow creativity, independence, and confident practice. Before You Apply This role requires a full and relevant Level 3 childcare qualification. You must have recent experience working in a nursery or early years setting. Applicants should be confident working independently and within a team. Key Job Details Salary : £28,000 to £31,000 per year Hours : 40 hours per week Contract : Full-time, permanent Setting : Family-owned day nursery Why This Role Is Worth Considering Stable, privately owned nursery with consistent staffing Clear daily structure across rooms and routines Discounted childcare for staff Discounted meals provided on site Wellbeing support programme available Workplace pension scheme Onsite parking What You’ll Need Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent) Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding Recent experience in a nursery or early years setting Ability to manage a group of children confidently What You’ll Do Deliver daily care and learning activities in line with EYFS Plan and adapt activities based on children’s development Maintain accurate observations and progress records Ensure safeguarding and health & safety standards are followed Work closely with colleagues to maintain consistent room practice Communicate effectively with parents and carers Safer recruitment checks will apply, including references and an enhanced DBS check. Reference: WILL221000/DN INDMW