Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner

The Old Station Nursery Limited; Droitwich Spa; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A childcare provider in Droitwich is looking for a Part-Time Nursery Practitioner to join their team. This role, with hours from 11am to 2pm, involves creating a safe and nurturing environment for children and planning engaging activities aligned with the EYFS framework. Candidates should ideally hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years or have relevant childcare experience. Benefits include childcare perks and career development opportunities. Apply today to make a difference!

Benefits

Free childcare for the first month

52% discount on childcare

31 days of holiday

Access to training and courses

Perkbox discounts and wellbeing support

Paid volunteer day

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Previous childcare experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment for children
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Monitor children's development milestones and keep records to share with parents
• Support the running of the nursery, maintaining hygiene and safety standards
• Guide apprentices and volunteers while learning from others

Job description

Overview

Join Our Team as a Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner!

Part-Time - 15 over 5 days (Mon-Fri) 11am-2pm with overtime offered

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Droitwich, we’re looking for a Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let’s make a difference together!

To be considered for this role, you ideally will hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or have previous childcare experience.

Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

We know our people make all the difference, so here’s how we make a difference for you:

• Childcare Perks: Free childcare for the first month and 52% discount (based on working hours) to support your family.
• Holiday and Celebrations: 31 days of holiday (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
• Career Development: Access to The National College full of training and courses
• Exclusive Discounts & Wellbeing Support: Enjoy Perkbox discounts, wellbeing tools, and online medical services.
• Recognition & Rewards: Refer a friend or family for exciting bonuses and celebrate milestones with long-service awards.
• Volunteer Day: 1 paid day off per year to volunteer and give back to the community.

Pay: £12.21 - £12.55 per Hour. (based on experience, 40 hours per week).

Working Hours: Part-Time - 15 over 5 days (Mon-Fri) 11am-2pm with overtime offered

Location: My First Friends Nursery Droitwich, 28 Old Coach Road, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 8BB

About our Nursery

My First Friends Nursery Droitwich is rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. Droitwich Nursery is focused on the great outdoors, surrounded by woodland and a variety of child-friendly equipment such as sandpits, a construction area, a fire pit, a mud kitchen and a bug hotel, or what we like to call it, ‘Buggingham Palace’. The nursery is situated on Old Coach Road, opposite Witton Middle School, which is just off B4090 Worcester Road. There is ample parking available.

What Your Role Involves

As a valued member of our team, you’ll:

• Create a warm, fun, and nurturing environment where children feel safe and thrive.
• Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework.
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
• Monitor and celebrate children’s development milestones, keeping records to share with parents.
• Support the day-to-day running of the nursery, maintaining high standards of hygiene, safety, and care.
• Be a team player, offering guidance to apprentices and volunteers while learning from others

Ready to make a difference? Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you!

The Old Station Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and we expect all applicants to share this commitment. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of your right to work in the UK and any essential qualifications. If successful, our recruitment and compliance team will guide you through every step of the onboarding process. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. Reasonable adjustments will be considered to ensure fairness and accessibility for all candidates.