Early Years Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 19 March 2026
LOCATION
Hook, Hampshire
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£29,000 / year
CATEGORY
Education
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SKILLS

Early Years qualification Nursery Practitioner experience Outdoor learning Inclusive practice Communication skills EYFS

FULL DESCRIPTION

Early Years Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader – Hook, Hampshire RG27

Salary: £12.81–£13.60 per hour / Up to £29,000 per year (depending on experience, qualifications, degree, and age)

Hours: 3, 4, or 5 days per week | 30–41 hours | Shifts between 7:30am–6:30pm

Contract: Full Time | Permanent | All Year Round

*Not suitable for school-hours or term-time applicants*

We are seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader to join our warm, family-run nursery near Hook, Hampshire (RG27). You’ll be based in our Baby Room, working within a friendly, diverse, and supportive team who value creativity, positivity, and teamwork. We pride ourselves on providing a welcoming workplace where staff feel appreciated, supported, and motivated to deliver excellence every day.

Early Years Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader – Hook, Hampshire RG27

Salary: £12.81–£13.60 per hour / Up to £29,000 per year (depending on experience, qualifications, degree, and age)

Hours: 3, 4, or 5 days per week | 30–41 hours | Shifts between 7:30am–6:30pm

Contract: Full Time | Permanent | All Year Round

*Not suitable for school-hours or term-time applicants*

We are seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner / Deputy Room Leader to join our warm, family-run nursery near Hook, Hampshire (RG27). You’ll be based in our Baby Room, working within a friendly, diverse, and supportive team who value creativity, positivity, and teamwork. We pride ourselves on providing a welcoming workplace where staff feel appreciated, supported, and motivated to deliver excellence every day.

Benefits

  • Up to 50% childcare discount
  • Your birthday off, fully paid
  • High Street, supermarket, holiday & attraction discounts
  • Attendance awards
  • Ability to book annual leave 18 months in advance
  • Employee referral scheme
  • End-of-year awards & Christmas party
  • Internal progression opportunities
  • Free uniform

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-quality childcare and early education
  • Work collaboratively as part of a passionate staff team
  • Celebrate children’s learning and development with families
  • Plan and implement engaging, child-led activities based on the EYFS

About You

  • Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (full and relevant)
  • Previous nursery practitioner experience
  • Strong commitment to outdoor learning and inclusive practice
  • Excellent communication skills with parents and carers
  • Eligible to work in the UK

### How to Apply

Are you a passionate Early Years Practitioner ready to grow your career?

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