Lunch Cover: Part-Time Early Years Educator

The SSI Group; Penrith; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast, lunch and snacks

KP Academy training

Enhanced leave for family

Wellbeing goodies and rewards

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Pension and enhanced holiday

Supportive central team

Job summary

Kids Planet Old Stables in Penrith is seeking an Early Years Educator for a lunch cover role (11:00–14:00), part-time. You will support children during mealtimes and help maintain a positive, engaging learning environment.

The nursery prides itself on caring, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years, with a welcoming team culture. Desirable but not essential to have Level 2 Early Years qualification, EYFS knowledge, and safeguarding awareness.

Qualifications

• Desirable but not essential to hold a Level 2 qualification in Early Years
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework or willingness to learn
• Knowledge of safeguarding children and child welfare requirements

Responsibilities

• Provide support during mealtimes for children and ensure a positive mealtime experience
• Collaborate with the nursery team to support daily routines and activities
• Help maintain a safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment for children

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2 qualification in Early Years

Job description

Kids Planet Old Stables in Penrith is seeking an Early Years Educator for a lunch cover role (11:00–14:00), part-time. You will support children during mealtimes and help maintain a positive, engaging learning environment.

The nursery prides itself on caring, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years, with a welcoming team culture. Desirable but not essential to have Level 2 Early Years qualification, EYFS knowledge, and safeguarding awareness.