Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner – No Qualifications Needed

The Old Station Nursery Group; Flaxton; Remote; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free childcare (first month)

52% discount thereafter

31 days holiday incl. bank holidays

Birthday off + extra day after 3 years

The National College training

Volunteer day

Perkbox discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

The Old Station Nursery Group in Flaxton is seeking a Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner for a part-time role. You’ll support children and colleagues during the busy middle of the day, helping maintain routines while team members take breaks.

You don’t need an Early Years qualification to get started. Bring kindness, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, and you’ll be supported by experienced colleagues and a safeguarding-focused environment.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications required for the role.
• Experience in childcare is beneficial but not essential.
• Willingness to learn and follow guidance.

Responsibilities

• Support lunchtime cover across rooms, following clear handovers.
• Help children enjoy safe, calm meals and follow dietary needs.
• Encourage independence through daily routines and self-feeding.
• Support personal care, sleep and rest with patience and attention.
• Join in with age-appropriate play and activities.
• Keep rooms and eating areas clean, tidy and welcoming.
• Share information with colleagues to ensure consistent care.
• Follow safeguarding and hygiene procedures and ask for help when needed.

Skills

Kindness

Patience

Reliability

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Job description

The Old Station Nursery Group in Flaxton is seeking a Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner for a part-time role. You’ll support children and colleagues during the busy middle of the day, helping maintain routines while team members take breaks.

You don’t need an Early Years qualification to get started. Bring kindness, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, and you’ll be supported by experienced colleagues and a safeguarding-focused environment.