Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery Group; Kingswear; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare for first month

52% discount based on hours

31 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Career development resources via The

Perkbox discounts

Volunteer day

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group in Dartmouth, Devon is hiring a Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner for a part-time role (20 hours across 5 days, 10:30am–2:30pm, Monday to Friday). No formal qualifications are required; prior childcare experience is beneficial, and DBS checks plus right to work in the UK are required.

You will create a warm, safe environment, deliver play-based activities, and support the team while helping children thrive.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required.
• Previous experience in childcare is beneficial.
• DBS checks and right to work in the UK will be required.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, fun and nurturing environment for children.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with EYFS.
• Build relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate development milestones and share with parents.
• Support day-to-day nursery operations, maintaining hygiene and safety.
• Be a team player, guiding apprentices and volunteers.

Skills

Childcare experience

Job description

Join Our Team as a Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner!

Part-time 20 hours pver 5 days, 10.30am-2.30pmMonday to Friday

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Dartmouth,we’re looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

No qualifications are required for this role - Previous experience working in a childcare setting would be beneficial.

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day:1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay:up to £12.71 per Hour based on experience.
Working Hours:Part-time 20 hours pver 5 days, 10.30am-2.30pmMonday to Friday
Location:hdc Nursery Dartmouth,Milton Lane,Dartmouth,Devon,TQ6 9HW

About our Nursery

At our 'Outstanding' Ofsted rated nursery in Dartmouth, we believe in the power of outdoor exploration and hands-on learning. Our open plan rooms and free-flowing access to outside areas enable children to choose activities and follow their natural curiosity and individual interests in a safe and supportive environment. Following the Hygge approach, which emphasises finding well-being and contentment in the simple pleasures of everyday life, we pride ourselves on our home-from-home atmosphere and familiarity. Our Dartmouth nursery is located just off the A379 adjacent to Dartmouth Academy School. Parking is available within the school grounds.

What Your Role Involves

As a valued member of our team, you’ll:

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.
• Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others.
  

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.