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 02476 631028 to get started!