Overview
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. At Childbase Partnership we have been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Our mission is to give children the best possible start in life and instil a lifelong passion for learning. Across all 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and our Training Academy of Excellence, our dedicated colleagues work together to create a lasting, positive impact in our local communities.
We are determined to be excellent and constantly strive for the best outcomes, not only for the children in our care but for every colleague too.
* We are 100% employee-owned – which means we are all partners, we all have a meaningful voice, and we own our future (this includes sharing profits too, tax-free).
* Sector leading initiative: “Partnership Reward Days” – up to an extra 20 days paid leave per year, up to a total of 50 days leave, with the option to sell a proportion if you prefer.
* Top ranking in Nursery World league tables for Ofsted outcomes.
* Record-breaking Green Flag achievements and climate-positive status.
* Planting in excess of 2,000 trees in the Eden Restoration project.
* Over £3.5 million raised for charity.
Our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute so we all benefit. Our core values foster happiness, confidence, and growth, with a ‘careers not jobs’ approach, shaping the future of our extraordinary company together.
Own your future and join us as a Qualified Nursery Practitioner at our Green Park Day Nursery in Reading. Whether you’re looking for a full-time role or part-time hours, if making a difference to others is what you’re passionate about, we’d love to hear from you.
Responsibilities and Role
We are looking for a Qualified Nursery Practitioner who will:
* Inspire young children to reach their full potential through engaging EYFS activities and a strong Key Person approach.
* Provide a nurturing environment where children feel happy, safe, and well-supported.
* Collaborate as part of a team and build meaningful, respectful relationships with colleagues and families.
Requirements
* A full and relevant early years qualification at level 2 or above is essential. If you are not early years qualified, we may have an alternative role available to suit you.
* Current Right To Work in the UK. VISA sponsorship is not available at present. Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references required.
* We support recruitment with guidance from our Recruitment Team throughout the process.
Join Us And Benefit From
* A competitive salary: £25,937.60-£31,158.40 per annum (pro-rata) / £12.47-£14.98 per hour (based on experience and qualifications).
* From day 1: 75% discount for parents and 40% discount for grandparents at any Childbase nursery.
* Generous leave entitlement: 23 days rising to 28 days (pro-rata), plus paid bank holidays and up to 20 additional paid days via Partnership Reward Days.
* Exclusive rewards: Tax-free Partnership dividends, qualification reward payments, long-service bonuses, retail discounts, family fun days with free tickets to UK attractions, and cycle-to-work scheme.
* Well-being support: Mental Health First Aiders, two free meals a day in the nursery, subsidised medical care, flu jabs, eye care vouchers, occupational health support, and a free will-writing service.
* Growth opportunities: Team inset training days, professional development support, online courses, and apprenticeships through our Training Academy of Excellence.
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