Nursery Practitioner (Lunch Cover)

Childbase Partnership; Hertford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Hertford seeks a part-time Nursery Practitioner (Lunch Cover) to provide support during lunchtime. Ideal candidates will have a passion for early years education and a nurturing temperament. This role offers a competitive salary of £12.36-£14.98 per hour, generous leave, and benefits aimed at supporting well-being and professional growth.

Benefits

75% discount for parents at any Childbase nursery

23 to 28 days annual leave plus paid bank holidays

Tax-free Partnership dividends

Well-being support and two free meals a day

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Passionate about making learning fun and inspiring young children.
• Cares about others and ensures children feel happy and safe.
• Thrives in a team environment and builds meaningful relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across the nursery during lunchtime.
• Create a fun and nurturing environment for children.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the best outcomes.

Skills

Early years experience

Nurturing nature

Teamwork and relationship-building

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Childbase Partnership

Location:

Hertford, United Kingdom

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Yes

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Introduction

Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.

At Childbase Partnership we have been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Our mission is to give children the best possible start in life and instil a lifelong passion for learning. Across all 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and our Training Academy of Excellence, our dedicated colleagues work together to create a lasting, positive impact in our local communities.

We are determined to be excellent and constantly strive for the best outcomes, not only for the children in our care but for every colleague too.

What makes us special?

• We are 100% employee-owned– which means we are all partners, we all have a meaningful voice, and we own our future (this includes sharing profits too, tax-free).
• Sector leading initiative: “Partnership Reward Days”– going the extra mile to promote a healthy work/life balance for you with up to an extra 20 days paid leave a year, meaning up to a phenomenal 50 days leave, with the option to sell a proportion if you would prefer; the choice is yours!
• ‘Number 1’- we have earned the top spot in the prestigious Nursery World league tables for our Ofsted outcomes, all thanks to our extraordinary colleagues.
• Record-breaking Green Flag achievements, and climate-positive status- we save more CO2 than we create (take that, climate change!).
• Planting in excess of 2,000 trees in the Eden Restoration project- because the planet needs a hug too.
• Over £3.5 million raised for charity– we’re basically fundraising superheroes (without the capes).

At Childbase Partnership, our ethos is simple; we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute so we all benefit.Our core values foster happiness, confidence, and growth, with a ‘careers not jobs’ approach, shaping the future of our extraordinary company together.

Own your future and join us as a Nursery Practitioner (Lunch Cover) at our Hertford Barns Day Nursery in Cole Green, Hertford.

This role is part-time (20 hours a week) to provide valuable support across the nursery in the middle of the day, over the busy lunch time period. Working hours are 10:00-14:00, Monday-Friday, 52 weeks of the year.

Join us and benefit from:

• A competitive salary: £12.36-£14.98 per hour (based on experience and qualifications).
• From day 1:75% discount for parents and 40% discount for grandparents at any Childbase nursery.
• Generous leave entitlement: Starting with 23 days annual leave rising to 28 days (pro-rata), plus paid bank holidays and up to 20 additional paid days off through our Partnership Reward Days initiative.
• Exclusive rewards: Tax-free Partnership dividends, qualification reward payments, long-service bonuses, retail discounts, family fun days with free tickets to UK attractions and cycle-to-work scheme.
• Well-being support: Mental Health First Aiders, two free meals a day in the nursery, subsidised medical care, flu jabs, eye care vouchers, occupational health support, and a free will-writing service.
• Growth opportunities: Team inset training days, professional development support, online courses, and apprenticeships through our Training Academy of Excellence.

Your knowledge, skills and character qualities make you the perfect Nursery Practitioner (Lunch Cover). You are:

• Passionate about making learning fun; your early years experienceenablesyou to inspire young children to reach their full potential.
• Naturally nurturing; you care about others and their well-being and the children in your care feel happy and safe.
• An advocate for partnership working; you thrive as part of a team environment, and you enjoy building meaningful and respectful relationships with others.

Are you ready to contribute to something quite extraordinary?

To apply, you must currently reside in the UK and hold suitable Right To Work in the UK. We are sorry, VISA sponsorship is not available at present. Before commencing in your new role, you will be required to provide Right To Work documentation and any relevant qualifications. An enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references must also be obtained for you. Rest assured our Recruitment Team are on hand to support and guide you through every step of the process.

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