Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Barrow-in-Furness; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run nursery is seeking an Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover in Barrow-in-Furness. The role involves supporting daily routines, assisting children during mealtimes, and maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment. Candidates should have an understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and knowledge of safeguarding children. The position offers competitive salary and various perks including meals and training opportunities.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks

Accredited training

Enhanced parental leave

Wellbeing goodies

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary and pension plan

Support team

Qualifications

• Desirable but not essential to be Level 2 qualified or higher in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, or an enthusiasm to learn more.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and activities in collaboration with the nursery team.
• Assist children during mealtimes to ensure a positive experience.
• Help maintain safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environments for children.

Skills

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Safeguarding children knowledge

Education

Level 2 qualification or higher in a UK recognised early years qualification

Job description

Overview

By providing support during mealtimes, assisting children and ensuring a positive mealtime experience. Through working collaboratively with the nursery team to support daily routines and activities. By helping maintain safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environments for children.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and activities in collaboration with the nursery team.
• Assist children during mealtimes to ensure a positive experience.
• Help maintain safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environments for children.

Qualifications

• Desirable but not essential to be Level 2 qualified or higher in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, or an enthusiasm to learn more.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.

Safeguarding

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. We expect all staff and volunteers to uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.

About Kids Planet

Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we\'re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

Role details

Join Kids Planet Old Vicarage as an Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover! This is a part time role, working 11am to 2pm.

How to apply

We\'re now looking for an Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover to join our team, someone who\'s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet Old Vicarage?

• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply

What we offer our Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover

• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!
• Accredited training through our KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
• Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Take the day off on your birthday, it\'s all about you!
• Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance.
• Friendly central support team always on hand to help.

How you\'ll make a difference as an Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover

How you\'ll make a difference as an Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover