Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner Kenilworth

Location:

Kenilworth, CV8.

Contract:

Permanent Year-Round

Hours:

Ideally full-time, Monday Friday, 08 30 (40 hours)
Salary:
Up to £28,730 per year (depending on experience & qualification)

Why Join ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd?

ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd are delighted to be hiring for a warm, caring and highly reputable early years setting based in Kenilworth.

As a Nursery Practitioner, you ll join a supportive team dedicated to providing exceptional early years education and a nurturing, home-from-home experience for children aged 0 5.

With ACR, you ll receive friendly support throughout the process and be guided every step of the way.

Fantastic Benefits Include:

• Free onsite parking
• 50% childcare discount
• Pension scheme (3% employer / 5% employee)
• Paid Christmas closure (additional full week)
• Extensive training & CPD
• Two in-house half-day training closures per year
• Access to Citation Atlas learning platform
• Optional NDNA/EYRS courses
• 7 fully paid self-cert sick days per year
• Enhanced maternity leave (conditions apply)
• Flexible working options (choose 1 hour off daily OR a 5-hour block each week)

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality care and play-based learning in line with the EYFS.
• Fully support children s individual needs, backgrounds, and stages of development.
• Maintain excellent hygiene, safety, and safeguarding standards at all times.
• Contribute to planning and activities suitable for children s age and interests.
• Keep accurate records for key children, including monthly observations, planning, and progress summaries.
• Build strong, positive relationships with parents, carers, and colleagues.
• Support room routines, daily organisation, and effective team collaboration.
• Be flexible across rooms and assist with practical daily tasks (snack prep, cleaning resources, laundry, etc.).
• Attend staff meetings, training, parents evenings, and nursery events.
• Work closely with the Room Leader and Management Team to uphold the nursery s vision and ethos.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Represent the nursery positively within the community.

What We re Looking For

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 3 preferred; Level 2 considered).
• An Enhanced DBS registered on the Update Service (The nursery covers 50% of the cost if a new DBS is needed).
• Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding and child development.
• A warm, caring, and professional approach.
• Ability to work as part of a supportive and collaborative team.
• Flexibility, initiative, and commitment to high-quality childcare.

Purpose of the Role

• To provide high-quality physical, emotional, social and intellectual care.
• To support colleagues and contribute to the smooth running of the room.
• To liaise effectively with parents/carers.
• To uphold all safeguarding procedures and ensure every child is safe and supported.

Ready to Apply?

If you re a dedicated Nursery Practitioner looking for a supportive and rewarding environment, we d love to hear from you.

Call ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd today on (phone number removed) to get started!