Qualified Nursery Nurse

Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above)

Location:

Cedar Park Day Nursery, Twyford (RG10 9PP
)

Contract:

Permanent – 1840 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Working Pattern:
Full‑time and part‑time opportunities available; choose 25 days per week. Shifts between 07:30 and 18:30. Salary: £25,937.60 – £32,406.40 per annum (pro‑rata) (£12.47 – £15.58 per hour).

We are looking for a dedicated and passionate early years professional who can:

• Hold a DfE‑approved Early Years qualification at Level 2 or above
• Have strong knowledge of the EYFS, enabling you to work as a Key Person
• Plan and deliver high‑quality, engaging learning experiences through play
• Observe, assess and record children’s development to support progress
• Be committed to safeguarding, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and supported
• Enjoy working collaboratively with children, parents and colleagues, building positive and effective relationships

We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds. We are committed to FREDIE fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement and will consider any reasonable adjustments required.

If you meet the essential criteria for this role, your application will be automatically shortlisted for review by our Recruitment Team, who will confirm whether the next step is an interview.

Applicants must live within a commutable distance of the nursery and hold a Right to Work in the UK
. Unfortunately, visa sponsorship is not available. Safer recruitment checks apply, including an Enhanced DBS check.

• 23 days paid holiday per year (pro‑rata), rising to 28 days with length of service; bank holidays included
• Earn up to 20 additional paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days; take your leave or sell accrued days tax‑free
• 75% discount on nursery fees (40% grandparent discount); available from day one at any Childbase nursery
• Long‑service rewards, qualification bonuses, retail and lifestyle discounts
• Free meals while at work; mental health and occupational health support; flu jabs, eye care vouchers, and a free will‑writing service
• Paid team inset days; access to CPD, online learning, and apprenticeships through our Training Academy

• Employee‑owned:
  Every colleague is a partner with a voice. When we succeed, we all share in our success through an annual tax‑free dividend.
• Sector leaders:
  Ranked number one in the Nursery World league tables for Ofsted outcomes.
• Community driven:
  Proud to have raised over £3.5 million for charitable causes.
• Environmentally responsible:
  All nurseries hold Green Flag awards and are powered by 100% renewable energy.