Room Leader & Nursery Practitioner

Room Leader / Supervisor Contract: Permanent | Full-Time 8:30am–4:30pm Salary: Up to £15 per hour (negotiable based on experience) Key Responsibilities Lead and supervise room staff on a daily basis Plan and deliver engaging EYFS activities Act as Key Person for a group of children Observe, assess, and track children's progress, reporting concerns to SENCO Maintain a safe, high-quality learning environment Support opening/closing procedures Liaise with SENCO, parents, and external agencies Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) where required Delegate tasks and maintain high standards across the team Conduct health and safety checks and risk assessments Attend staff meetings, training, and nursery events What We're Looking For Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (UK recognised – essential) Leadership and communication skills Strong EYFS and safeguarding knowledge Supervisory/senior practitioner experience (desirable) Professional, confident approach Nursery Practitioner (Level 2/3) Contract: Permanent | All Year Round Hours: Full-time: 8:30 am–4:30 pm Salary: £12.30 per hour (increase to £12.80 in April 2026) (based on experience & qualification) Key Responsibilities Deliver high-quality care and education in line with EYFS Support children aged 0–5 with learning and development Create a safe, nurturing environment Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery policies Work collaboratively within a supportive team Support daily routines including mealtimes and personal care What We're Looking For Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised – essential) OR Minimum 600 hours of documented UK nursery experience Previous nursery experience preferred Caring, reliable, professional approach Good understanding of EYFS and safeguarding Commitment to year-round hours Why Apply Through ACR? At ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd, we take a personal and professional approach to recruitment. We work closely with reputable nurseries to ensure candidates are placed in roles that match their experience, skills, and career ambitions. Friendly, supportive recruitment process Honest guidance throughout application and onboarding Long-term, permanent opportunities in quality settings Ready to Apply? Whether you're stepping into leadership or seeking a stable practitioner role, we'd love to hear from you. Call ACR Recruitment & Training Ltd on (phone number removed) s career today