Level 3 Nursery Practitioner Lunch Cover

Banana Moon Franchise; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bupa Employee Assistance

Childcare discount up to 70%

Extra day off on or close to your birthday

Early Learning and Development program

Less paperwork

Use of tablets linked to the Parent App

State-of-the-art technology

Excellent rates of pay

Great holiday entitlement

Career prospects

Uniform provided

Job summary

Banana Moon Franchise in Reading is seeking a dedicated Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for Lunch Cover. The role involves supervising children during lunchtime, supporting meal preparation, and maintaining a safe environment. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, experience with young children, and excellent communication skills. The position offers various benefits including a Bupa Employee Assistance program, childcare discounts, and great career prospects.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent.
• Experience in a nursery or childcare setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of child development and early years practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Passionate about promoting a positive environment for children.
• DBS check and right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Assist children during lunchtime for a positive mealtime experience.
• Supervise and engage children in activities during lunch.
• Support meal preparation and clearing with kitchen staff.
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment following safeguarding policies.
• Build positive relationships with children to enhance their social skills.
• Communicate effectively with parents about their children's experience.
• Collaborate with staff during lunch cover shifts.

Skills

Experience working with young children

Excellent communication skills

Teamwork

Knowledge of child development

Passionate about early years education

Education

Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

Banana Moon Day Nurseries is currently seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for Lunch Cover to join our dedicated team. This role is vital in ensuring that our children receive high‑quality care and supervision during lunchtime, allowing them to enjoy their meals in a safe and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist children during lunchtime, ensuring they are well‑fed and comfortable
• Supervise and engage children in lunchtime activities, maintaining a positive atmosphere
• Support the meal preparation and clear‑up process alongside kitchen staff
• Maintain a healthy and safe environment for children, following all safeguarding policies
• Build positive relationships with children, thus enhancing their social skills and interactions
• Communicate effectively with parents and caregivers regarding their children's lunchtime experience
• Work closely with other staff members during lunch cover shifts to ensure continuity of care

Requirements

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
• Experience working with young children, preferably in a nursery or childcare setting
• Strong knowledge of child development and best practices in early years education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Passionate about promoting a positive, safe, and engaging environment for children
• DBS check and right to work in the UK

Benefits

• Bupa Employee Assistance. We all have times in our life when we need a little extra support, which is why we're working with Bupa to bring all of our employees a free, 24‑hour confidential helpline service
• Childcare discount for staff up to 70%
• Extra day off on (or as close to) your birthday
• A unique Early Learning and Development program for our children
• Less paperwork is involved, meaning that you can spend more time with the children
• Use of tablets that are linked to our bespoke 'Parent App', giving instant messages to and from parents about their child's day and development
• State‑of-the-art technology, including a biometric entry system, an interactive screen for our Preschool children as well as our Parent App and tablets
• Excellent rates of pay (based on experience and qualification)
• Great holiday entitlement
• Great career prospects
• You will be provided with a uniform if offered the job
• If you feel that you are looking for a challenge, or simply want to further your experience with the possibility of promotion and working your way up in a company, this is where you should apply!