Lunch Cover Early Years Educator

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

Job summary

A family-run nursery organization in Stapleton is seeking an Early Years Educator for Lunch Cover. This part-time position (11am to 2pm) involves supporting children during mealtimes, collaborating with the nursery team, and maintaining an engaging learning environment. Candidates should ideally have or be willing to learn about the Early Years Foundation Stage and safeguarding. Benefits include competitive salary, childcare discounts, and various staff rewards.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks

Accredited training through KP Academy

Enhanced leave for family matters

Staff rewards and events

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary and pension plan

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide support during mealtimes and ensure a positive mealtime experience.
• Collaborate with the nursery team to support daily routines and activities.
• Help maintain safe and engaging learning environments.

Skills

Understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Enthusiasm to learn

Education

Level 2 qualification in a UK recognised early years qualification

Job description

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.

Qualifications

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.

Safeguarding

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. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. 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 High Bank

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.

Why Kids Planet High Bank?

• Based on a farm with cows, a goat, chickens, ducks and a pig
• Lot of outdoor space including a park, forest school area, a gardening patch and playing field
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• 80% Childcare Discount – 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 awesome 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.

Role

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

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.