Early Years Educator – Lunch Cover

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

Job summary

A leading early years childcare provider in Northwich is seeking an Early Years Educator – Lunch Cover for a part-time role from 11am to 2pm. In this position, you will support children during mealtimes and collaborate with the nursery team to enhance daily routines. Candidates should have an understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage and knowledge of safeguarding. Join us to make a positive impact while enjoying competitive benefits including childcare discounts and comprehensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks

Accredited training

Enhanced leave for family matters

Wellbeing goodies and staff rewards

Long service awards

Birthday off

Competitive salary and pension plan

Qualifications

• Desirable but not essential to be Level 2 qualified or higher.
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, or enthusiasm to learn more.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during mealtimes, assisting children.
• Support daily routines and activities collaboratively with the team.
• 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 a UK recognised early years qualification

Job description

Overview

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

Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. We’re 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 Winnington?

• Purpose built nursery with a large car park
• Highly qualified team
• 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

Additional information

• 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