Early Years Educator

Early Years Practitioner – Windsor Salary: £28,200 – £29,300 (Full-Time) or £23,100 – £23,996 (Term-Time), depending on experience Contract: Permanent | Full-Time or Term-Time available Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm Start Date: September 2025 Location: Windsor, Berkshire KiddyKare are proud to be supporting a well-established, independent educational setting in the heart of Windsor, currently seeking a kind, enthusiastic, and experienced Early Years Practitioner to join their warm and nurturing nursery team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a thriving nursery that forms part of a wider school environment for children aged 2–11 years. The nursery has been a key part of the community for over 15 years and prides itself on delivering an engaging, school-preparatory experience through imaginative play and structured learning. About the Role: As an Early Years Practitioner, you will: * Take responsibility for a group of key children, supporting their learning and development * Plan and deliver fun, imaginative activities in line with EYFS * Build positive relationships with children and their families * Track and report on children’s progress, holding regular parent meetings * Collaborate with a supportive team to create a nurturing, educational environment * Contribute to both term-time lessons and holiday programming Benefits Include: * 7 weeks holiday * Excellent opportunities for career progression and training * Pension scheme * Staff fee discount * Supportive management and a collaborative team environment * Easily accessible Windsor location Ideal Candidate Will Have: * A minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in a nursery setting * NVQ Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or equivalent) * Strong planning and organisational skills * Knowledge of EYFS and a passion for early childhood development * Good communication and IT skills * A warm, can-do attitude and a team-oriented mindset * Paediatric First Aid (desirable) * A strong understanding of safeguarding procedures Whether you’re looking for full-time or term-time only, this is a rare chance to join a close-knit, forward-thinking team where your ideas, energy, and commitment will be truly valued. Apply today through KiddyKare and take the next step in your Early Years career