Lunchtime Cover Assistant — Flexible Nursery Part-Time Role

Partou Childcare; Ellesmere Port; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & development

Childcare discount

Parental leave

Pension scheme

Annual leave (23 days)

Birthday off

Health & wellbeing

Shopping discounts

Buddy referral bonus

Job summary

Partou Buttercups Day Nursery & Pre-school in Ellesmere Port is seeking a Lunchtime Cover Assistant (part-time, 15 hours per week) to support learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will provide caring supervision, help with activities, and cover lunch breaks for the team, fostering a safe, inclusive environment.

Experience isn’t required; unqualified nursery practitioner with passion for early years is welcome. Training opportunities and enhanced benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Strong EYFS knowledge.
• Passion for early years education.
• Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development.
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide Lunchtime Cover Assistant duties for a 15-hour weekly role.
• Support children's learning and development in line with EYFS.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive environment and partner with families.
• Cover lunch breaks to support the nursery team.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Early years education

Childcare safeguarding

Team support

Job description

Partou Buttercups Day Nursery & Pre-school in Ellesmere Port is seeking a Lunchtime Cover Assistant (part-time, 15 hours per week) to support learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will provide caring supervision, help with activities, and cover lunch breaks for the team, fostering a safe, inclusive environment.

Experience isn’t required; unqualified nursery practitioner with passion for early years is welcome. Training opportunities and enhanced benefits accompany this role.