Job Description

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Reading
22/02/2026


Early Years Practitioner - Blagrave Nursery School


The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.


Job details

Salary

21,463 - 22,151 Per year

Contractual hours

36.25

Basis

Part time

Region

Permanent / Part-Time

Job category/type

Early Years Services, Education, Schools, Youth Work

Date posted

28/01/2026

Job reference

SCH3314


Job description


36.25 Hours per week - Term time only plus INSET days - Starting week beginning 13th April 2026

Working days are Monday to Friday 8.15am - 4.00pm with a later 4.15pm finish on a Tuesday.

Blagrave Nursery School is seeking enthusiastic, highly motivated, and qualified Early Years Practitioners (NVQ Level 3 or equivalent) to join our team at our Nursery School based in Tilehurst, Reading.

At Blagrave Nursery School, we pride ourselves on providing a warm, inclusive, and stimulating setting where children feel safe and supported to explore, learn, and grow. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to delivering outstanding care and education tailored to each child's individual needs.

We currently have a vacancy in our established 3-4 year-old room.

Main responsibilities are:

Act as the key-person for a group of children. Motivate children to learn by providing exciting learning activities and an attractive environment. Be actively involved in the whole school planning and evaluation process. Maintain children's records and plan for their next steps in learning.

We offer:

Supportive governors, staff and families. A collaborative and enthusiastic team culture. Opportunities for professional training and development. The benefits of working for the Local Authority, including pension scheme and the employee assistance scheme A positive and enthusiastic staff, who are committed to achieving the best outcomes for our children

If you're ready to bring your creativity, enthusiasm, and expertise to our nursery, we'd love to hear from you!

Please contact the office via

admin@blagravenursery.reading.sch.uk

or call 0118 937 5427 for more information.

Visit the Nursery School website for more information -

https://www.blagravenurseryschool.co.uk

. CVs are not accepted.

Closing date: Applications will be reviewed upon submission

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects its entire staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced Criminal Records Disclosure will be sought from the successful candidate.
Early Years Practitioner - Blagrave Nursery School