Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local nursery in Tewkesbury is seeking a part-time Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner to create a nurturing environment for children. Responsibilities include delivering play-based activities, monitoring development milestones, and supporting the nursery's daily operations. Ideal candidates will have a passion for childcare and may benefit from prior experience in similar settings. The position offers competitive pay and valuable perks such as free childcare for the first month and discounts for employees.

Benefits

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount on childcare

31 days of holiday

Access to training courses

Perkbox discounts

1 paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a childcare setting would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

Job Overview

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Mottershead Drive, we're looking for a part-time Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let's make a difference together!

Responsibilities

• 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.

Qualifications

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

Benefits

• 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.

Remuneration

Pay: £12.21 - £12.80 per Hour based on experience.

Working Hours

Part-Time: 15 hours per week, 5 days Monday-Friday, 11am-2pm (all year round).

Location

The Old Station Nursery Mottershead Drive, 54-56 Mottershead Drive, Innsworth, Gloucestershire, GL3 1EH.

About our Nursery

The Old Station Nursery Mottershead is dedicated to creating a warm and inviting environment where children aged 0-4 start their early years education. Our outdoor learning area consists of three separated spaces that provide a mixture of surfaces, play equipment, resources and activities for all children to explore, including our very own 'Buggingham Palace'. The Old Station Nursery, located at the end of Mottershead Drive near Innsworth Primary School, with plenty of on-street parking.