Team Leader - Norcot Early Years Centre


Company:	Reading Borough Council
Salary:	£33,119 to £37,563 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Reading, RG30 6UB
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	29 Sept 2026
Closing date:	13 Oct 2026

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Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Level 3 qualified Team Leader to join the team in our Waterside Day Care building to start as soon as possible. The post is permanent.

(Successful candidates will normally start at the first point of the grade to which they are appointed)

We require a 37 hour per week full-time post offered as early/late shift on alternate weeks.

Early shift is 7.40am to 4pm with an hour for lunch break.

Late shift is 9.55am to 6.15pm with an hour for lunch break.

Or 37 hours over 4 days a week compressed 8am-6.15pm or 7.45-6pm with an hour lunch

A job in early years and childcare is unique and rewarding. You get to be part of a child’s early education and help to shape their future. No matter what the day brings, you’ll feel joy in seeing children grow, learn and flourish.

You will be a keyworker for a group of children and be part of an established, experienced team of staff to meet the needs of individual children’s needs by completing relevant paperwork and working to the revised EYFS.

You will model positive social interaction and play to provide exciting learning experiences. All staff are required to demonstrate inclusive practice at all times.

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