Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner – Kenilworth

Location: Kenilworth, CV8.
Contract: Permanent | Year-Round
Hours: Ideally full-time, Monday–Friday, 08:30–17:30 (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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed