Dear Future Preschool Hero
We have now opened this position up to Part-time or Full-time
Welcome to Happy Trails Play Nursery in Shinfield, where we're flipping the script on childcare.
We're known for two big things:
* Putting the fun back in childcare
* Leading the way in healthy eating
And now? We're searching for someone just like you to take the reins of our Preschool Room – affectionately called The Pineapple Room – and lead it with energy, warmth, and creativity.
What makes us wildly different? (You might want to sit down for this…)
Cooking Club
Yes, our children cook with real chefs in a real children's kitchen. We don't just play with food — we teach it, we taste it, and we explore it together.
Gardening Club
We've got an actual allotment and an outdoor learning expert. Think bug hotels, compost, birdwatching, tomatoes, and wide-eyed wonder. It's more than outdoor play — it's a hands-in-the-soil education.
Robust Staff Wellbeing Programme
From wellness days to social events, we invest in you. Because happy educators = happy children.
The Preschool Team You've Always Dreamed Of
Fun, supportive, driven, and brilliantly creative. You won't just be a Room Leader — you'll be joining a dream team - our team are wonderful.
What we're looking for:
* You've got experience as a Room Leader – or you're a strong Level 3 ready to step up - you'll need to prove this
* You're organised and a natural motivator.
* You love to lead from the front and make learning magical.
* You're on a mission – not just to tick boxes, but to raise the bar for early years education.
* You're a happy human who brings good vibes, fresh ideas, and real energy to every shift.
What's in it for you?
* A competitive salary that reflects your experience
* A clear path to grow within our setting
* A wellbeing programme that actually supports your wellbeing
* Events, training, and celebrations all year round
* A chance to do something genuinely different in childcare
Sound like you?
Then don't sit on this. We want to meet you.
Click Apply or reach out for a confidential chat — let's see if Happy Trails Play is your next big adventure.
At Happy Trails Play, we don't just care for children.
We grow people — big and small.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: Up to £32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Childcare
* Company events
* Company pension
* Discounted or free food
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
* Referral programme
Work Location: In person