Early Years Educator – Lunch Cover

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Chesterfield is seeking an Early Years Educator – Lunch Cover to support children during mealtimes and maintain a positive learning environment. The role requires an understanding of early years education and knowledge of safeguarding. Join a team that values inclusivity and offers training and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks

Accredited training through KP Academy

Enhanced leave for family matters

Long service awards

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Desirable to have Level 2 qualification or higher in early years.
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage is beneficial.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during mealtimes and ensure a positive experience.
• Work collaboratively with nursery team to support daily routines.
• Help maintain safe and engaging learning environments.

Skills

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Education

Level 2 qualification or higher in early years

Job description

Overview

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

• Ofsted Outstanding nursery
• Good commuter links to Chesterfield town centre
• Indoor forest room
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• Big News! 80% Childcare Discount Arrives This October – 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

• 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

What an Early Years Educator – Lunch Cover needs

• 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

Sound like the place for you?

Apply today to join Kids Planet Brampton.

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish!

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.