Qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner - Blagdon Nursery School

Qualified Level 3 Early Years Practitioner - Blagdon Nursery School ASAP Full Time and Part Time Positions

Blagdon Nursery School,Blagdon Road, Whitley, Reading RG2 7NT (

Blagdon Nursery School

Part of the REYS Federation

Level 3 Early Years Practitioner

Keyworker Position - Full & Part Time Positions

Required ASAP

Scale: RG3 Scale 7-11 (£13.69 to £14.59 per hour)

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated Early Years Practitioner to work in this large and busy Nursery School with children aged between 2-4 years. Blagdon Nursery has been at the heart of the Whitley community for over 80 years.

We can offer;

• an opportunity to work in an exemplary Early Years setting
• the opportunity to develop your skills and experience throughout our Federation of three exemplary Nursery Schools
• training and continuous professional development
• a positive and enthusiastic staff, who are committed to achieving the best outcomes for our children
• the benefits of working for the Local Authority, including pension scheme and the employee assistance scheme

The successful candidates will;

• be qualified to Level 3 in Early Years Education and Childcare
• have a working knowledge of the updated Early Years Foundation Stage and of child development; and be passionate about working with this age group
• be confident in observing and assessing children's development, preferably with experience of using Tapestry
• have a good knowledge of Safeguarding practices
• be motivated, creative, enthusiastic and a good team player
• be reliable, flexible and have good communication skills

Reference Number: BNEYP 09/25 Closing date: 30 th November 2025

Interviews: to be confirmed

Applications will be considered upon receipt

Blagdon Nursery School is part of the REYS Federation which comprises of Blagdon, Caversham and New Bridge Nursery Schools. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This role requires an enhanced DBS check and we may conduct a social media search for successful candidates. CVs will not be accepted; please request an application pack via the above email or download one from our website.