Job Description
Room Leader
Up to £31,500 per annum | 40 hours per week
We're looking for an experienced Room Leader who is passionate about creating exceptional early years experiences and supporting both children and colleagues to thrive. You'll be a positive role model within the nursery, confident leading a room, supporting team members, and ensuring the highest standards of care and education are consistently delivered.
Every room within the nursery has been thoughtfully designed to support children through each stage of their early years journey, creating engaging environments where they can learn, explore, and grow with confidence. Through a combination of play-based learning and carefully tailored activities, children are encouraged to develop key skills while having fun and following their individual interests.
The nursery also boasts a large outdoor space complete with dedicated learning areas, climbing frames, and a mud kitchen, providing endless opportunities for adventure, discovery, and hands-on learning.
What We're Looking For
• Level 3 Early Years qualification – essential
• Previous experience as a Room Leader or Senior Practitioner – essential
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• A nurturing, child-centred approach to childcare
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Passion for supporting children's learning and development
• Ability to motivate and support colleagues within the room
• Commitment to delivering high-quality care and education
What's On Offer
• Up to £31,500 per annum
• Training and development opportunities
• Heavily discounted childcare
• Pension scheme
• Competitive annual leave
• Day off for your birthday
• Benefits and rewards portal
• Wellbeing programme
Key Responsibilities
• Leading the day-to-day running of your designated room
• Ensuring high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS framework
• Planning and overseeing engaging activities that promote children's learning and development
• Supporting, mentoring, and guiding team members within the room
• Creating a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment
• Building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Monitoring children's progress and supporting developmental outcomes
• Maintaining safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery standards at all times
How to Apply
If you are a Level 3 qualified early years professional with leadership experience and a passion for delivering outstanding childcare, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV and a member of our team will be in touch.
All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and right-to-work verification.
Reference: WILL238457/JG
INDCHI
Job Description
Room Leader
Up to £34,200 per year | Level 3 | 42.5 Hours per Week
For children, every corner of a nursery can become an opportunity to discover something new.
This Good Ofsted-rated nursery combines a warm, homely atmosphere with exciting spaces that encourage children to create, investigate, and learn through play. From adventurous outdoor areas filled with stimulating activities to a dedicated allotment where children can get hands-on with nature, there is always something new to explore.
As a Level 3 Room Leader, you'll take the lead in making these experiences meaningful. You'll create an environment where children feel secure enough to be curious, confident enough to try new things, and supported to develop at their own pace.
Alongside leading the day-to-day running of your room, you'll guide and motivate your team, sharing ideas and encouraging high-quality practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early years professional who wants to make their mark while continuing to develop their leadership career.
What We're Looking For
• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience within an early years setting.
• Experience as a Room Leader, Deputy Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Confidence leading, supporting, and developing a room team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A creative approach to early years education and a passion for learning through play.
• Enthusiasm for outdoor learning and helping children connect with the natural world.
What You'll Receive
• Salary of up to £34,200 per year
• 42.5-hour full-time contract
• Discounted childcare
• Sick pay scheme
• Regular team events
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Training and development opportunities
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• The chance to work within a Good Ofsted-rated nursery with fantastic outdoor learning environments
Your Role
• Take ownership of the day-to-day running of your room.
• Lead and inspire your team to deliver consistently high standards of care and education.
• Create engaging learning experiences based around children's individual interests and developmental needs.
• Make the most of the nursery's indoor and outdoor environments, including its exciting play spaces and allotment.
• Encourage children to develop confidence, curiosity, creativity, and independence.
• Support and mentor practitioners, helping them grow within their roles.
• Build strong relationships with children and their families.
• Oversee observations and assessments to ensure every child's learning journey is effectively supported.
• Maintain excellent standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and early years practice.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Reference: WILL246911/DB
INDCHI
Room Leader
Up to £34,200 per year | Level 3 | 42.5 Hours per Week
For children, every corner of a nursery can become an opportunity to discover something new.
This Good Ofsted-rated nursery combines a warm, homely atmosphere with exciting spaces that encourage children to create, investigate, and learn through play. From adventurous outdoor areas filled with stimulating activities to a dedicated allotment where children can get hands-on with nature, there is always something new to explore.
As a Level 3 Room Leader, you'll take the lead in making these experiences meaningful. You'll create an environment where children feel secure enough to be curious, confident enough to try new things, and supported to develop at their own pace.
Alongside leading the day-to-day running of your room, you'll guide and motivate your team, sharing ideas and encouraging high-quality practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early years professional who wants to make their mark while continuing to develop their leadership career.
What We're Looking For
• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• Previous experience within an early years setting.
• Experience as a Room Leader, Deputy Room Leader, Senior Nursery Practitioner, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and safeguarding requirements.
• Confidence leading, supporting, and developing a room team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• A creative approach to early years education and a passion for learning through play.
• Enthusiasm for outdoor learning and helping children connect with the natural world.
What You'll Receive
• Salary of up to £34,200 per year
• 42.5-hour full-time contract
• Discounted childcare
• Sick pay scheme
• Regular team events
• Health and wellbeing programme
• Training and development opportunities
• Genuine opportunities for career progression
• The chance to work within a Good Ofsted-rated nursery with fantastic outdoor learning environments
Your Role
• Take ownership of the day-to-day running of your room.
• Lead and inspire your team to deliver consistently high standards of care and education.
• Create engaging learning experiences based around children's individual interests and developmental needs.
• Make the most of the nursery's indoor and outdoor environments, including its exciting play spaces and allotment.
• Encourage children to develop confidence, curiosity, creativity, and independence.
• Support and mentor practitioners, helping them grow within their roles.
• Build strong relationships with children and their families.
• Oversee observations and assessments to ensure every child's learning journey is effectively supported.
• Maintain excellent standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and early years practice.
All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.
Reference: WILL246911/DB
INDCHI
Baby Room Leader – Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42
Lead a growing baby room within a small, close-knit, purpose-built nursery offering personalised childcare in a warm, nurturing and inspiring early years environment.
Employment Type
Full-time, permanent position working 40 hours per week, all year round.
Salary
£29,000–£31,000 per annum, dependent on experience + benefits.
Pay & Benefits
• Competitive salary of £29,000–£31,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to shape and develop a growing baby room.
• Small, supportive and close-knit nursery team.
• Freshly prepared, balanced meals from an on-site qualified chef.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company pension.
• Staff childcare discount.
• Ongoing training and career development.
• Management team committed to staff wellbeing.
• No evening or weekend work.
• Flexibility around working patterns, including the potential to work four longer days.
• Purpose-built setting with well-equipped rooms and dedicated facilities for babies.
Working Hours & Shift Pattern
Full-time, permanent position working 40 hours per week, all year round.
Based in Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42.
• Monday-to-Friday nursery environment with no evening or weekend work.
• The nursery operates between 7:30am and 6:00pm, Monday to Friday.
• Flexibility may be available around working patterns.
• A four-day pattern consisting of longer working days may be considered.
• Work closely with the Nursery Manager and wider leadership team as the baby room develops.
Job Description
As a Baby Room Leader, you will lead the day-to-day delivery of high-quality childcare within a newly established, purpose-built nursery in Bracknell, Berkshire, RG42. This is an exciting nurseries & early years opportunity for an experienced practitioner who wants to influence the continued growth and future direction of a developing baby room. The nursery is a small, close-knit setting caring for up to 57 children each day, allowing practitioners to build strong relationships with individual children and their families. You will take responsibility for a calm and nurturing baby room for children aged from birth to two years.
The room includes separate areas for mobile and non-mobile babies, a dedicated milk kitchen and direct access to an enclosed baby garden where younger children can safely explore the natural environment. You will support babies through consistent routines matched carefully to home life, purposeful play and learning experiences aligned with the EYFS.
The nursery follows a child-centred, curiosity-led and nature-inspired approach to early years education. Children experience a balance of guided activities and self-initiated play, using natural materials and open-ended resources to support imagination, communication, physical development and emotional wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the day-to-day operation of the baby room, maintaining a calm, welcoming and well-organised environment.
• Support, mentor and motivate practitioners, promoting consistent standards of childcare across the room.
• Deliver nurturing and developmentally appropriate care for babies aged from birth to two years.
• Plan and oversee engaging learning experiences in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Use observations and assessments to understand children’s interests, monitor progress and inform planning.
• Ensure safeguarding procedures, nursery policies and Ofsted requirements are consistently followed.
• Support individual feeding, sleeping and care routines that reflect each child’s needs and home life.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, communicating clearly about routines, wellbeing and development.
• Maintain accurate records while ensuring the baby room and milk-preparation facilities meet high hygiene and operational standards.
• Work collaboratively with the Nursery Manager and leadership team to develop the room as nursery occupancy grows.
Requirements
• Right to work: applicants must be able to demonstrate their current right to work in the UK.
• Qualification: a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Enhanced DBS check: An up-to-date Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one before employment.
• Experience level: previous Room Leader, Senior Practitioner or supervisory experience within a nursery or early years setting.
• Specialism: practical experience caring for babies, supported by strong knowledge of the EYFS and safeguarding.
• Capability: confidence leading, supporting and developing a team while maintaining accurate records and consistently high standards.
• Soft skill: excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.
• Independence: able to take ownership of daily room operations while working collaboratively with nursery leadership.
• Also suitable for: Nursery Room Leader, Early Years Room Leader, Baby Room Manager, Senior Nursery Practitioner, Senior Early Years Educator and Senior Room Leader.
Company Culture
As a Baby Room Leader, you will join a friendly, close-knit team within a new purpose-built nursery where every child is known as an individual. The smaller nursery environment allows practitioners to build meaningful relationships with children and families while providing personalised childcare in a warm, nurturing and inspiring setting.
You'll be encouraged to create engaging learning experiences that support children's confidence, independence and development while working closely with colleagues who are committed to delivering high-quality early years education. Leadership places a strong emphasis on staff wellbeing, professional development and creating a positive working environment where your ideas and experience are genuinely valued.
Apply Today
This Baby Room Leader position offers the opportunity to lead a dedicated team, shape a growing room and develop your career within a supportive nursery. Flexible working patterns, including the potential to work four longer days, may also be considered.
Your baby-room experience, leadership skills and commitment to outstanding early years practice will be valued. Apply today to take the next step in your early years career in Bracknell, Berkshire (RG42).
Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged.
Contact Details
Recruit by Nature
George Francis
George@recruitbynature.co.uk
Direct Line: 0118 334 8424
WhatsApp: 07782217154
Room Leader Location: RG1, Reading Position: Full-Time, Permanent Salary: Competitive (dependent on qualifications and experience) Revive Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a warm, nurturing and child-centred nursery in RG1, Reading, to recruit an experienced and passionate Room Leader. Essential Requirement: Applicants must hold a full and relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or Childcare. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic early years professional who is committed to delivering outstanding childcare and education. You will lead your room with confidence, supporting your team to provide high-quality learning experiences that encourage children's independence, curiosity and development. About the Role As a Room Leader, you will create a warm, stimulating and inclusive environment where children feel safe, valued and inspired to learn. You will lead your team by example, ensuring high standards of care, learning and safeguarding while building strong relationships with children, families and colleagues. Key Responsibilities * Lead and inspire a team of Early Years Practitioners within your room. * Create and maintain a high-quality learning environment. * Plan engaging, child-led learning opportunities that support each child's individual development. * Monitor children's progress and complete accurate observations and assessments. * Build positive, professional relationships with parents and carers through regular communication. * Support children's independence, confidence and emotional wellbeing. * Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and wellbeing are maintained at all times. * Mentor and support colleagues, promoting continuous professional development. * Work collaboratively with the management team to maintain excellent standards across the setting. About You You will have: * A full and relevant Level 3 qualification (or above) in Early Years Education or Childcare (essential). * Previous experience as a Room Leader or Senior Early Years Practitioner. * A sound understanding of the EYFS framework and child development. * Knowledge of, or an interest in, the Montessori approach. * Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills. * A warm, caring and positive attitude. * A genuine passion for supporting children to become confident, independent learners. * A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. What We Offer * A supportive and welcoming working environment. * Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development. * Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. * The opportunity to join a dedicated team that values kindness, creativity and continuous improvement. * The chance to make a meaningful difference in children's early learning journeys. Safeguarding Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment procedures. How to Apply If you meet the essential qualification requirements and are ready to take the next step in your early years career, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to Revive Recruitment along with a covering letter outlining why you are the right candidate for this opportunity
Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do! As Nursery Room Leader, you'll be more than just a leader; you'll be an ambassador for our values, and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture.
The Nursery Room Leader role offers a salary range of £28,000 to £33,000 and is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Take the chance to build a remarkable career in a fast-growing international company.
What we’re looking for
Kido are looking for a Nursery Room Leader to join the team at Kido Reading, 60 Bath Rd, Reading RG30 2AY
This is your opportunity to join an amazing growing nursery group who champion career growth like no other!
For the Room Leader role, it is essential that you hold a relevant childcare qualification, Level 3 minimum and have experience working within management in Early Years. Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English including functional skills are also a must if you obtained a Level 3 qualification after 2014.
Unfortunately we are not able to support Sponsorship Application at this time.
What you'll be doing!
Lead your team with the smooth running of day-to-day activities by communicating key information to team members and parents
Be a positive role model by inspiring outstanding teaching and learning every day
Lead your team’s performance reviews by giving supportive feedback, setting clear SMART goals, and encouraging them to grow and reach their next steps
Work closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) ensuring the safety and welfare of all children is always prioritised and at the heart of everything we do
Lead an ambitious curriculum for your room making sure that everyone is striving for outstanding in their education delivery
Ensure that the key person approach is well embedded in your room and every child also has both a key person and a buddy key person
Take pride in your development by ensuring you access continued professional development opportunities and encourage your team to do so
Benefits
Why choose Kido?
The Room Leader role offers a salary range of £28,000 to £33,000, and is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Take the chance to build a remarkable career in a fast-growing international company. By joining Kido you will get:
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20 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 30 days after 5 years service
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Your birthday off
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100% Free Childcare (Subject to availability, T&Cs apply)
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Up to £1000 refer a friend bonus
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Free Staff Lunches
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Annual performance-related pay increases
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Brilliant career progression opportunities
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Company awards and celebrations
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Access to a healthcare cash plan
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Early access to pay through the Hastee app
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Perkbox discounts and savings on thousands of retailers
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Your wellbeing matters – we provide not just a confidential employee assistance programme but access to our wellness hub
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Cycle to work scheme
What’s next?
If you’re ready to seize the opportunity to join the Kido team and build a future of possibilities for the children at our Kido nursery, apply today and we’ll be in touch. You can expect an initial phone call with our recruitment team who will take you through the next stages.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us via careers@kido.school
Find out more about each of our nurseries by visiting https://kidoschools.com/uk/
Safer Recruitment
All posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However, amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected'. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website or see .
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered, prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful, this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.
*If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website.
Unlock – phone 01634 247350 text 07824 113848
*Kido is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Kido will ensure that our recruitment procedures meet the standards set out in our safer recruitment policy (available upon request) and our selection criteria prevents unsuitable people from gaining access to children. As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, successful candidates are expected to undergo pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check.
Pastoral Support Officer – Outstanding Secondary School – Reading Start Date: As soon as possible Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Paid to scale School Information This Outstanding Ofsted-rated 11–18 secondary school in Reading is known for its exceptional pastoral care, strong academic outcomes, and positive school culture. The school places student wellbeing at the core of its mission and has a deeply embedded pastoral model that supports emotional, behavioural, and social development. …
£35,000 - £38,257 excellent benefits Please note: that applications for this role will close on the 10th September with interviews scheduled for 23rd September. Those Huge Small Victories For children with complex, challenging needs, the level of care and education must go above and beyond and that’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have won a reputation for excellence. Our aspirational homes, schools and e…
School Safeguarding Officer – Reading
Location: Reading, Berkshire
Salary: £120 – £160 per day (dependent on experience) / £26,000 – £31,000 per annum equivalent
Contract Type: Full-Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2026 / ASAP
About the Role Wayman Education is currently seeking a dedicated and proactive School Safeguarding Officer to join a supportive secondary school community in Reading.
In this vital pastoral role, you will work alongside the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), Senior Leadership Team, and external agencies to ensure the highest standards of child protection and student welfare across the school. You will act as a key point of contact for day-to-day safeguarding concerns, driving early help interventions and fostering a safe, nurturing environment where every pupil can succeed.
Key Responsibilities • Case Management: Receive, triage, and accurately record all daily safeguarding and child protection concerns using CPOMS .
• Multi-Agency Liaison: Partner with local authority children’s services, health teams, and early help providers, attending child protection conferences, core group panels, and TAC (Team Around the Child) meetings.
• Early Help Interventions: Conduct early help assessments, design tailored support plans for vulnerable students, and evaluate ongoing intervention outcomes.
• Pastoral Guidance: Provide confidential support, guidance, and active listening to pupils and families experiencing personal, social, or attendance difficulties.
• Statutory Compliance: Maintain all child protection documentation and records in strict compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidelines.
Requirements • Experience: Proven experience working in a school safeguarding, pastoral, or child protection capacity within a UK educational setting.
• Statutory Knowledge: Up-to-date, comprehensive understanding of KCSIE regulations, early help frameworks, and multi-agency referral processes.
• Technical Proficiency: Practical working experience with CPOMS (or equivalent school safeguarding software).
• Key Skills: Strong interpersonal, active listening, and conflict-resolution abilities, with the empathy and discretion required for handling sensitive cases.
• Vetting: An Enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to complete a new application).
What Wayman Education Offers • Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Continuous professional development (CPD) and training opportunities.
• Generous £250 referral bonus scheme for successful candidate recommendations.
How to Apply If you are a compassionate safeguarding professional looking to make a positive impact in Reading, please apply today by submitting your updated CV.
A professional and welcoming School Receptionist is required for an immediate start at a prestigious independent school in Slough. This is a temporary position, perfect for a highly organized individual who thrives in a front-of-house role and can maintain a polished, composed presence in a busy academic environment.
As the first point of contact for parents, visitors, and pupils, the Receptionist plays a vital role in upholding the school’s high standards of service and hospitality.
The Role • Front of House: Greeting all visitors, parents, and prospective families with warmth and professionalism, ensuring a high-standard first impression.
• Communication Management: Handling a busy switchboard, directing calls efficiently, and managing the main school email account with precision.
• Pupil & Parent Liaison: Assisting with pupil enquiries, managing late arrivals/early departures, and relaying important messages to teaching staff.
• Administrative Support: Providing ad-hoc clerical support to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Admissions department, including data entry and filing.
• Safeguarding & Security: Managing the visitor sign-in system, verifying identification, and ensuring all guests are aware of the school’s safeguarding protocols.
• Logistics: Coordinating the distribution of incoming mail and deliveries across the school estate.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have • Prior Experience: Previous experience in a reception or administrative role, preferably within a school or high-end corporate environment.
• Systems Knowledge: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with school management systems (e.g., SIMS, iSAMS, or Bromcom) is highly advantageous.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written English, with the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Professionalism: A resilient, proactive, and "can-do" attitude, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Organisational Mastery: The ability to multitask in a high-energy environment while maintaining absolute attention to detail.
• Safeguarding Awareness: A commitment to the welfare of children and a clear understanding of school security procedures.
School Information This prestigious independent school in Slough is renowned for its academic heritage and its supportive, inclusive community. The administrative team is central to the smooth running of the school, fostering a collaborative culture where every member of staff is valued.
The successful candidate will work in a beautiful professional environment and benefit from a supportive team atmosphere during this temporary assignment.
Position Details • Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Temporary (ongoing)
• Hours: Full-time, Term Time (standard school office hours)
• Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate (based on experience)
Application To apply for this School Receptionist position in Slough, please submit your CV for immediate consideration. Due to the urgent nature of this vacancy, early applications are highly encouraged.
· DT Technician · Renowned School in Reading, Berkshire · Starting ASAP · Competitive Salary · Part-Time or Full-Time Overview To support the effective delivery of the Design & Technology curriculum by preparing materials, maintaining equipment, and ensuring a safe, organised, and well-resourced workshop environment for staff and students. Role Purpose The Design Technology Technician provides technical and practical support to the Design & Technology department. The role ensures that equipment…
Are you an enthusiastic, responsible, and detail-driven individual with strong administrative and financial skills? A high-performing secondary school in Reading is looking to appoint a dedicated School Finance Officer to join their Business Operations team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys financial processes, teamwork, and supporting the smooth daily running of a busy school.
The Role
In this central role, you will ensure that financial procedures are carried out efficiently, accurately, and in full compliance with school and trust policies. You will work alongside the School Business Manager and a friendly, collaborative administration team.
Your responsibilities include:
Processing all purchase ledger transactions
Supporting budget holders with financial updates and expenditure tracking
Reconciling accounts, managing petty cash, and recording school income
Preparing reports for senior leaders and governors
Handling financial administration for school trips, events, and curriculum activities
Supporting payroll verification and staff expense processes
Managing supplier queries, statements, and contract documentation
Maintaining audit-ready records and supporting internal audits
Assisting with financial compliance linked to DfE and local authority guidelines
This role requires someone with strong organisational ability, high accuracy, and confidence in handling financial procedures in a busy environment.
School Information
This Reading school is known for:
Excellent leadership and clear operational systems
A professional, efficient, and well-structured administrative environment
Opportunities for training and professional development
Strong communication within the staff body
A positive, supportive, and friendly workplace culture
Who Should Apply?
Suitable for:
Experienced School Finance Officers
Finance Assistants or administrators with strong numeracy
Professionals from corporate finance or charity finance seeking a school role
Graduates with business, finance, or accounting backgrounds
Candidates will need:
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Good IT capability, especially Excel
A proactive and reliable work ethic
Salary
Term-time only; competitive based on experience.
Application
Please apply with your CV at your earliest convenience.
We are excited to be working with an Outstanding primary academy in Slough to recruit a committed HR Assistant. This full-time, permanent position is available for an immediate start and is a fantastic opportunity for a high-calibre practitioner to join a successful administrative department. We are looking for an individual who can support the development of outstanding quality in HR, fostering a positive environment for all staff members.
About the School This academy is a fantastic place to work and develop. Known for its high standards and superb facilities, the school offers a professional and scholarly environment where pupils and staff are a genuine pleasure to work with. The leadership team is supportive and has a dedicated focus on staff wellbeing. The school is heavily oversubscribed and maintains an excellent reputation for excellence and empathy within the local community.
Responsibilities
• Provide high-calibre administrative support to the School Business Manager.
• Contribute to the development of consistently outstanding HR procedures.
• Work within a successful team of specialist support staff to drive school progress.
• Use access to technology to enhance the efficiency of the school office.
• Participate in a strong culture of professional development to refine your skills.
Qualifications and Experience
• Experience in office management or HR administration.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a proactive, "can-do" attitude.
• High standards of professional presentation.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
Salary and Benefits
• Salary Range: £27,000 – £32,000 ( negotiable for the right candidate ).
• Full-time, permanent position with a supportive and collaborative culture.
• Dedicated SLT member responsible for staff wellbeing.
• Modern facilities and a welcoming staff social culture.
How to Apply If you’re a dedicated HR Assistant ready to bring your passion to a school that values academic excellence, submit your CV now!
A well-regarded secondary school in Slough is seeking an experienced and highly organised School Business Manager (SBM) to lead key business functions and support the smooth, compliant running of the school. This is a senior operational role for someone who enjoys responsibility, strong systems and making a meaningful impact behind the scenes. The school has clear routines, a professional working culture and strong safeguarding practice. The business function is valued as essential to supportin…
School Caretaker | Reading, Berkshire Protect and maintain a welcoming learning environment in the heart of the Thames Valley.
A friendly and ambitious secondary school in Reading is seeking an energetic School Caretaker to join their team. This role is about more than just "fixing things"—it’s about being a dependable presence on campus who ensures that every student feels safe and that every teacher has a classroom that works.
The Snapshot
• Location: Reading, Berkshire (Convenient for M4 and A33 commuters)
• Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 (Local Authority Grade)
• Contract: Full-time, Permanent
• Requirement: Experience with Health & Safety legislation is highly desirable.
Detailed Responsibilities
• Operational Excellence: You will manage the day-to-day "life" of the school building. This includes checking the heating levels in the winter, ensuring the halls are ventilated in the summer, and keeping a meticulous log of all site repairs and inspections.
• Security & Key Holding: You will be responsible for the first line of defense—the school perimeter. This includes checking fences, maintaining external lighting, and managing the electronic door entry systems across the site.
• Maintenance & Improvement: We encourage our caretakers to be proactive. If you see a way to improve the site—whether that’s building a new storage unit or improving the signage—we want to hear your ideas. You will have a budget for small repairs and the autonomy to manage your own workshop.
• Waste & Environment: You will oversee the waste management contracts, ensuring that the school remains clean and that our carbon footprint is minimized through effective waste segregation.
The Ideal Candidate We are looking for someone with a background in building maintenance, facilities management, or a skilled trade. You must be comfortable using technology (for email and site logs) and be able to communicate effectively with staff and students alike. A sense of humor and a patient approach are big pluses in our busy school environment!
How to Apply: If you are a practical, reliable professional looking for a stable role in a school that values your contribution, please submit your CV today for any of these locations.
Location: Reading Hours: Monday–Friday, 08:30–16:00 (term-time only) Contract: Full-time, long-term Start Date: ASAP Pay: £88–£115 per day About the Role Are you a caring and motivated graduate with a passion for helping children communicate and connect with the world around them? A warm, inclusive special school in Reading is seeking a Graduate Aspiring Speech and Language Therapist to join their supportive team. The school caters for pupils aged 2–19 with Severe and Complex Learning Difficulties (SLD/CLD), including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN). You’ll work closely with qualified Speech and Language Therapists, teachers, and pastoral staff to deliver interventions that develop pupils’ communication, social, and emotional skills, empowering them to find their voice and thrive. Key Responsibilities Deliver 1:1 and small-group speech and language interventions tailored to pupil needs
Support teachers in creating engaging, autism-friendly classroom environments
Encourage pupils’ communication, social interaction, and emotional development
Collaborate daily with SALT professionals, SEN teachers, and therapists
️ Uphold safeguarding, inclusion, and wellbeing across all activities
What We’re Looking For A recent graduate (Psychology, Linguistics, Education, Speech Sciences, or related)
❤️ A naturally empathetic, patient, and proactive individual
️ Excellent communication and teamwork skills
✅ Full-time availability during term-time
Able to commute to or relocate near Reading
What You’ll Gain Real-world experience supporting children with ASC and SLCN
Mentoring and guidance from experienced Speech and Language Therapists
Ongoing training and CPD opportunities through the school and Pertemps Education
A clear career pathway into Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Teaching, or Educational Psychology
A deeply rewarding role where you’ll genuinely make a difference every day
Apply Now
If you’re passionate about helping children communicate, connect, and succeed, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact: Eleanor Chessun-Lawrence Email: (url removed) Phone: (phone number removed)
Kick-start your career in Speech and Language Therapy while changing young lives for the better
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A tenacious and organized Attendance Officer is required for an immediate start at a premier secondary school in Reading. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for a professional who is passionate about student welfare and understands the critical link between high attendance and academic achievement.
The school is seeking a candidate with a firm yet empathetic approach, capable of maintaining rigorous tracking systems while building positive relationships with students and their families to overcome barriers to learning.
The Role • Monitoring & Tracking: Oversight of daily attendance and punctuality for all students, identifying patterns of absence and implementing early intervention strategies.
• Home-School Liaison: Acting as the primary point of contact for parents regarding attendance, conducting home visits where necessary, and leading meetings to address persistent absence.
• Data Analysis: Utilizing school management systems (e.g., SIMS, Bromcom, or Arbor) to produce detailed attendance reports for the Senior Leadership Team and external agencies.
• Compliance: Ensuring the school’s attendance policy adheres to the latest Department for Education (DfE) guidelines and legal requirements, including the management of fixed penalty notices.
• Safeguarding: Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) and the pastoral team to ensure that students "missing in education" are identified and supported immediately.
• Administration: Managing all attendance-related correspondence, including letters to parents, registers for off-site trips, and medical evidence tracking.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have • Experience: Previous experience as an Attendance Officer, Education Welfare Officer, or within a senior pastoral/administrative role in a school.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and challenging conversations with parents and caregivers.
• Technical Skill: Advanced proficiency in school data management software and Microsoft Excel for tracking and reporting purposes.
• Resilience: A proactive, professional, and persistent approach to improving attendance figures in a high-energy environment.
• Knowledge: A thorough understanding of the legal frameworks surrounding school attendance and safeguarding.
• Integrity: The ability to handle confidential information with absolute discretion.
School Information This premier secondary school in Reading is renowned for its academic excellence and its robust pastoral care system. The school offers a highly professional working environment where non-teaching staff are integrated into the wider school community and supported in their professional development.
The successful candidate will join a dedicated and friendly support team and benefit from a leadership team that values data-driven outcomes and student wellbeing.
Position Details • Start Date: ASAP
• Contract: Full-time, Permanent
• Location: Reading (West Berkshire)
• Salary: Competitive (Commensurate with experience)
Application To apply for this Attendance Officer position in Reading, please submit your CV for consideration. We are looking to interview as soon as possible, so early applications are strongly encouraged.