Unqualified Nursery Lunchtime Cover Assistant - Leeds

Partou UK Limited; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 9,500 - 11,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Partou Academy

60% childcare discount for you &immed.

Enhanced maternity & paternity leave

Pension scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave – 23 days + bank

Your birthday off

Health & wellbeing support

Shopping discounts

Buddy Bonus

Job summary

Partou Lidgett Lane Day Nursery & Preschool in Leeds is seeking a Lunchtime Cover Assistant on a part-time, permanent basis. The role is 15 hours per week with a salary of £12.76 per hour and involves supporting our nursery team during lunch breaks while promoting EYFS learning and development.

The role offers the chance to progress through Partou Academy, access to childcare discounts for you and a family member, enhanced leave, a pension, and a comprehensive wellbeing package.

Qualifications

• Strong EYFS knowledge and understanding of early years education requirements.
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare.
• Ability to support children's learning and development.

Responsibilities

• Provide lunch-time cover to ensure continuity of care.
• Support children's learning and development during EYFS activities.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive environment and build strong partnerships with families.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Early years education

Childcare learning support

Safeguarding

Job description

Nursery Lunchtime Cover Assistant – Partou Lidgett Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school

Leeds West Yorkshire | Part-Time | Permanent
Salary £12.76per hour

About the Role

Partou Lidgett Lane Day Nursery & Pre-school is seeking an unqualifiednursery practitioner to take on the flexible 15hours per week role of Lunchtime Cover Assistant. You will work towards ensuring 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 a safe 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
• Pension scheme
• 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 safeguarding and 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 Enhanced DBS 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.