Level 3 nursery practitioner, lunch time cover

HealthJobs4U Ltd; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

HealthJobs4U Ltd in Wolverhampton is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Practitioner for Lunch Time Cover. You will supervise and care for children during the 11:30–2:30 lunch period, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment and engaging activities.

The role requires experience in early childhood settings, strong English communication, and safeguarding knowledge. A proactive team player who supports daily routines and liaises with parents completes the profile.

Qualifications

• Must have experience in childcare settings.
• Demonstrated leadership or supervisory skills.
• Strong communication with colleagues, parents and children.
• Knowledge of health & safety and safeguarding best practices.
• Experience working with diverse groups of children is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunch times, ensuring safety and well-being.
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities to promote development.
• Assist with eating and hygiene routines in a caring manner.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming environment for lunch periods.
• Communicate with colleagues, parents and caregivers about progress or concerns.
• Follow health and safety regulations to keep a secure setting.
• Support general nursery duties as needed.

Skills

Childcare experience

Leadership

Communication

Health & Safety knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

English language

Education

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner qualification

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated and energetic Level 3 Nursery Practitioner to join our team as Lunch Time Cover staff. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality care and supervision for children during lunch periods, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. Your enthusiasm and leadership will help foster positive experiences for children, supporting their social, emotional, and developmental needs while maintaining the standards of early childhood education. This position offers an excellent opportunity to apply your childcare expertise in a dynamic setting, making a meaningful difference in young lives.

This contract will be Monday - Friday, 11.30-2.30

Responsibilities

• Supervise children during lunch times, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times
• Engage children in age-appropriate activities that promote social interaction and development
• Support children with eating and hygiene routines in a caring and respectful manner
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment for children during lunch periods
• Communicate effective with colleagues,parents, and caregivers to share updates on children's progress or concerns
• Follow all health and safety regulations diligently to uphold a secure setting for children
• Assist with general nursery duties as required to support the smooth running of daily operations

Experience

• Proven experience working with children in a nursery or early childhood education setting
• Demonstrated management or leadership skills within childcare environments
• Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to connect effectively with children, parents, and team members
• Knowledge of childcare best practices, health & safety standards, and safeguarding procedures
• Experience working with diverse groups of children, understand their individual needs
• Valid driving license is preferred to facilitate transportation or outreach activities if needed