Qualified Nursery Lunchtime Cover Assistant

Partou UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Partou Academy access to training

60% childcare discount

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

23 days annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday day off

Health & wellbeing support

Shopping discounts

Buddy Bonus

Job summary

Partou Merchant Square Nursery & Pre-school in Paddington, London, is seeking a Level 2 Early Years qualified nursery practitioner for a flexible 15 hours per week Lunchtime Cover Assistant role.

You will ensure children engage in stimulating activities, support learning and development in line with EYFS, and maintain a safe, inclusive environment while colleagues take a lunch break.

Qualifications

• Strong EYFS knowledge and understanding.
• Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development.
• Ability to support learning and development in nursery settings.
• Experience assisting during lunchtime and busy periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide lunchtime cover for children in a busy nursery.
• Support children's learning and development in line with EYFS.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and supervise activities.
• Build partnerships with families and childcare colleagues.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Childcare experience

Family engagement

Education

Level 2 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Nursery Lunchtime Cover Assistant -Partou Merchant Square Day Nursery & Pre-school

Paddington, London|Part-Time|Permanent

Salary £14.30per hour

About the Role

Partou Merchant Sqaure Nursery & Pre-schoolis seeking a Level 2 Early Years qualified nursery practitioner to take on the flexible 15hours per weekrole of Lunchtime Cover Assistant. You will work towardsensuring children engage in stimulating activities that support their learning and development in line with the EYFS. You will provide exceptional care and compassion towards the children, maintain asafe and inclusive environment, and build strong partnerships with childcare colleagues and families. You'll play a key role in supporting our nursery team, stepping in to provide cover while our staff enjoy their well-deserved lunch break. This position is perfect for someone who enjoys the bustling energy of a nursery setting and thrives in a supportive role.

What We Offer

• Partou Academy- access to high-quality professional training and development
• 60% childcare discount for you & immediate family members
• Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
• Enhanced Annual Leave- we offer 23 days of annual leave each year, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Your birthday off- to enjoy your special day how you would like to
• Health & wellbeing support- access to a free health plan and 24hr helpline
• Shopping discounts- exclusive discounts across retail, dining, travel and more!
• Buddy Bonus-cash bonus for you and a friend when referring them for a job

About You

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

Why Partou?

Become a Partou team member and join a supportive, caring community where you can enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career. With access to world-class childcare research, resources, and expertise, we help you develop skills, and empower you to create a positive impact on the development of the next generation, as they lead us into a better future.

Learn more about working at Partou: www.partou.co.uk/careers

Safer Recruitment: All applicants will undergo EnhancedDBS checks and thorough vetting. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.

Partou is proud be a part of the National Partnership in Early Learning and Childcare (NPELC) - a group of 10 of the largest childcare providers across England. Together, we operate over 1,300 childcare settings, employ more than 38,000 people, and take care of over 160,000 children.