Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Heywood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Heywood is seeking a part-time Early Years Educator - Lunch Cover. You will support daily activities, ensure a positive mealtime experience, and help maintain a safe, engaging environment for children. An understanding of safeguarding and early years education is a plus. Enjoy benefits such as competitive salary and childcare discounts.

Benefits

Free meals and snacks

Accredited training opportunities

Enhanced leave for family matters

Wellbeing goodies and staff rewards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary and pension plan

Qualifications

• Desirable but not essential to hold Level 2 or higher in early years qualification.
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices is crucial.
• Willingness to learn about the Early Years Foundation Stage.

Responsibilities

• Support daily routines and activities with the nursery team.
• Help maintain engaging learning environments.
• Provide support during mealtimes.

Skills

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Education

Level 2 qualification 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.
• Help maintain safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environments for children.
• Provide support during mealtimes and contribute to a positive mealtime experience.

Qualifications and Requirements

• 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.

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 Heywood

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

Join Kids Planet Heywood 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 Heywood?

• 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