Job Description

If a work-life balance is what you are ready for in a thriving community - check out the below!

Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling career journey with a company that prioritizes YOU? At Happy Trails Play, we are redefining childcare by fostering a vibrant, supportive, and forward-thinking environment. We are on the lookout for Experienced, Nursery Assistant's to join our elite team.

Your future colleagues, 35+ of them now, also once walked this path, and are all thriving back in our setting which is staff centered and customer focused.

Opportunities to advance your career with continuous learning and support are an option too. If you would like to gain a qualification in childcare; then we should talk!

Why Choose Happy Trails Play Nursery?

We Put the Fun Back in Childcare

At Happy Trails Play, we are revolutionizing the childcare sector in 2025. We emphasize healthy eating with experiences from our allotments to interactive kitchens, offering children a true seed-to-plate experience. We believe in making good practices better and transforming the negatives into positives.

We have a Industry leading Staff Well-being Program

We prioritize a work environment that is worth joining. Our robust staff well-being program ensures that each member feels valued, supported, and part of a mission to add real innovation and quality into a Nursery setting. We are on a mission to become the best employer in childcare, and our dedicated team is living proof of our commitment.

What Sets Us Apart?

Our Easygoing and Approachable Atmosphere. We pride ourselves on being friendly, approachable, and exuding positive energy. Our flexible interview times, including mornings, evenings, and Saturdays, make it easy for you to join our team at your convenience.

Flexible Working Hours

Looking for flexible hours but want to make a positive impact to a team?

Pick from a minimum of 4 shifts per week (Monday to Friday) which can be a mix of the following:

AM Sessions = 7.30am to 1.00pm

PM Sessions = 1.00pm to 6.30pm

A Home Away from Home

Our team members are carefully selected for their positivity, dedication, sense of humpour, and uplifting spirits. At Happy Trails Play, you will find a nurturing environment that feels like a second home.

Professional Development: Opportunities to advance your career with continuous learning and support.

Supportive Team: Work alongside a collaborative and forward-thinking team dedicated to making a difference.

Who Are We Looking For?

Experience: This is really important for us. Anyone who has worked with children in the past with a minimum of six months, this counts for alot with us!

Positive Thinkers: Dedicated to fostering a positive and nurturing environment.

Team Players: Thriving in a collaborative setting and contributing to collective success.

Visionaries: Individuals with a voice and a vision to drive positive change.

Join The Childcare Revolution in Shinfield, Reading

If you are ready to be the best version of yourself and work with a team on a great mission, we would love to hear from you. Explore more about us on our Instagram page and get in touch to start your journey with Happy Trails Play Nursery!

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that values your passion and dedication.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Background checks, references, and DBS checks are mandatory for all applicants.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 12.35 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension Employee discount Flexitime Referral programme
Application question(s):

Experience working in a Nursery setting for at least 6 months?
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person