Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner - Level 2/3

The Old Station Nursery Group; Highweek; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare perks

Holiday entitlement

Career development

Perkbox discounts

Wellbeing support

Volunteer day

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group is hiring a Qualified Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner for our Newton Abbot location. This part-time role runs 11am to 2pm, Monday to Friday, providing a supportive, play-based environment for children under EYFS guidance.

You will join a team committed to safeguarding and high-quality care, with DBS checks, references, and right-to-work verification required. Sponsorship is not offered for this role.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) required.
• DBS checks and right to work in the UK will be verified.
• Sponsorship for this role is not available.

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build relationships with children, families and colleagues.
• Monitor development milestones and share records with parents.
• Support day-to-day nursery operations, maintaining hygiene and safety.
• Guide apprentices and volunteers while learning from others.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Creativity

Education

Level 2/3 EY qualification or QTS

Job description

Join Our Team as a Qualified Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner!

Part-time 15 hours over 5 days, Monday to Friday from 11am - 2pm

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? AtNewton Abbot,we’re looking for a Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

To be considered for this role, you must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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: £13.06 - £13.24 per Hour.based on experience
Working Hours:Part-time 15 hours over 5 days, Monday to Friday from 11am - 2pm
Location:hdc Nursery Newton Abbot,31 Devon Square,Newton Abbot,Devon,TQ12 2HH

About our Nursery

Located in the historic market town, hdc Newton Abbot Nursery provides a nurturing and stimulating environment that offers the perfect start for your child’s learning journey. We offer a hygge-inspired environment to enable children to grow and be comfortable in homely surroundings. At our Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ nursery, the décor and room layouts are set to encourage togetherness and familiarity. The focus is on children’s interests; an adult helping hand is provided to promote extended learning and support development. The nursery is located on Devon Square in the centre of Newton Abbot, making it wonderfully central and only a short walk from the train station.

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.