Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner

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

Job summary

A local nursery in Birmingham is seeking a Qualified Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner to create a nurturing environment for children and deliver engaging activities. The ideal candidate will have a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification and be dedicated to helping children thrive. This part-time role offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on children’s lives while enjoying benefits like free childcare and generous holiday.

Benefits

Free childcare for the first month

31 days of holiday

Access to training courses

Volunteer day off

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years.
• Able to plan and deliver play-based activities.
• Strong communication skills to build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing environment for children.
• Plan engaging activities aligned with EYFS.
• Monitor children's development milestones.

Skills

Engaging play-based activities

Building relationships

Hygiene and safety standards

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

Join Our Team as a Qualified Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner!

Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Northfield, we’re looking for a Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified, Lunch Cover 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 must hold a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification or Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

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, including national bank holidays and closure over christmas! Plus an additional day for your birthday.
• 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

Up to £12.45 per Hour based on experience (40 hours per week).

Working Hours

Part-time 15 Hours per week, from 11am-1pm over 5 days, Monday to Friday.

Location

19 Woodland Road, Northfield, Birmingham, West Midlands, B31 2HU

About our Nursery

Our Northfield nursery is right in the heart of our community. Inside, the nursery has six rooms which are equally split into areas to accommodate babies, toddlers and pre-school. All the rooms have plenty of space to explore and investigate, as well as to promote children’s curiosity and their drive to learn new things. We are located in a quiet residential area of Northfield, just off the A38 and a short distance from Northfield Train Station, providing easy access for anyone commuting into Birmingham. Parking is available outside for convenience.

What Your Role Involves

• 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.