Early Years Practitioner - Lunch Cover

MP Training and Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Early Years Practitioner to provide lunch cover in a nurturing nursery environment. This part-time role offers the opportunity to engage with children and support their development through tailored activities. You will be part of a highly rated nursery that values creativity, safety, and inclusivity. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive community, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in early childhood education. Join a team that prioritizes excellence and fosters a love for learning in every child.

Benefits

Above industry standard salary

50% discounted childcare

Up to 33 days holiday

Smart Health access

Financial support options

Development programme access

Future Leaders programme

Employee Appreciation events

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years is essential.
• Experience in a nursery setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities for children's development.
• Ensure child welfare and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Early Years qualification

Experience working with children

Communication techniques

Child welfare and safeguarding knowledge

Relationship building

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Early Years Practitioner - Lunch Cover

Early Years Practitioner - Lunch Cover

Location: Old Trafford, Lancashire M16 4AB

Time Type: Part time

Posted On: Posted 2 Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: JR-112715

Nursery: Bright Horizons Day Nursery and Preschool

Salary: £26,334.00 (Full time equivalent / dependent on qualifications and experience)

We are looking for a part time, Level 3 qualified lunch cover to join our Bright Horizons Trafford Nursery. This is a part time role for 16 hours per week.

Our Bright Horizons nursery is Ofsted rated “Outstanding” and is situated in Greater Manchester. The Nursery offers a large garden with plenty of themed spaces for children to improve their motor skills and expand their curiosity. Each age group also has free flow access to their own outdoor decking space.

What we can offer you

Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Above industry standard salary, with annual salary reviews
• Discounted childcare of 50% for first child
• Up to 33 days holiday per year, with the option to buy additional days
• Smart Health access, including 24/7 access to Virtual GP appointments, fitness programmes and mental health support
• Financial support through early access to wages, low interest debt consolidation loans and a wide variety of discounts across high street brands, travel, utilities and days out
• Development programme access for every stage of your career, tailored to your individual journey, with opportunities across our network of nurseries
• Access to our Future Leaders programme, preparing you to step into a Room Leader position
• Employee Appreciation throughout the year including our annual Awards of Excellence gala’s
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working

Why Bright Horizons?

We are driven by our HEART values (Honesty, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork). If your values align, you’d be a great fit to join one of our 300 nurseries across the UK. We’ve also been voted Great Place to Work every year since 2006 - as well achieving Great Place for Wellbeing and Great Place for Women.

Did you know, Bright Horizons Foundation for Children charity has been established since 2005 supporting the lives of thousands of children and families in crisis, across almost 100 locations? Each Bright Horizons colleague is entitled to a paid volunteer day every year!

What you’ll be doing

• Plan, create, implement and reflect on engaging activities, tailored to each of your key children, to encourage their development towards key milestones.
• Develop and maintain strong parent/carer partnerships
• Promote and ensure child welfare, protection, health and safety and safeguarding
• Work with colleagues to maintain a positive, happy and safe environment

What we’re looking for

• Full and Relevant Level 3 or above Early Years qualification (essential)
• Previous experience working with children (ideally as a Nursery Nurse, Nursery Practitioner, Early Years Educator, or similar)
• Passion for making learning fun and engaging for each child
• Ability to build trust and strong working relationships with both colleagues and parents
• Ability to use a variety of communication techniques with both children and adults
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Safeguarding, Child Protection, and the wider legislative requirements for working with children

Bright Horizons are committed to creating inclusive environments where everyone has a sense of belonging and has the opportunity to contribute and thrive in meaningful and impactful ways. We are an inclusive employer and welcome people from all backgrounds to apply. We will consider reasonable adjustments required by applicants. Please note, due to our sector all roles are subject to an Enhanced DBS.

We look forward to receiving your application!

If you experience any problems, please email [e-mail] and we will be happy to help.