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Job description We are currently recruiting for a Lunch Cover Nursery Nurse to be based at our Peninsula nursery on Chandlers Avenue. The nursery offers state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious indoor rooms along with fabulous outdoor areas.
You will be working 20 hours per week (Mon-Fri) from 11am to 3pm.
To be considered for the Nursery Nurse Lunch Cover role you must have:
- Be able to work Monday to Friday from 11am to 3pm (all year round)
- Level 2 / 3 or above qualification in early years essential
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
- Ability to use your own initiative
- Your passion to be shown in your day-to-day interaction with children
- Service recognition awards – get an extra day’s annual leave, for each year worked
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme (provided by BUPA)
- Generous Childcare discount
- Support to gain higher qualifications
- Internal promotion opportunities
- Free Uniform
- New starter goody bag
Things you need to know –
- This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Certificate and satisfactory employment references.
- The successful candidate will be required to undertake online safeguarding training and all positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).
- Little Elms Daycare Nurseries are an Equal Opportunities Employer
- Little Elms Daycare Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Key Responsibilities
Supervising Children During Meals
- Ensure children are seated safely and eating appropriately.
- Encourage independence (e.g., using cutlery, pouring water).
- Support social interaction and model good table manners.
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Monitor allergies and dietary requirements carefully.
2. Maintaining Ratios and Safety
- Be aware of room ratios and headcounts at all times.
- Ensure safe transitions to and from lunch (e.g., to toileting, handwashing, sleep areas).
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Stay vigilant and responsive to children's needs.
3. Engaging Children in Calm Activities
- Provide or supervise quiet play, story time, or restful activities during and after lunch.
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Keep the environment calm to support children who may be resting or napping.
4. Supporting Sleep and Rest Routines
- Assist children settling down for naps.
- Monitor sleeping children and complete sleep checks as per policy.
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Provide comfort and reassurance where needed.
5. Tidying and Resetting the Environment
- Clear and clean the lunch area (wipe tables, sweep floors, dispose of waste properly).
- Prepare the space for the afternoon session.
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Support children in tidying up when appropriate.
6. Effective Communication
- Communicate any important information to room leads (e.g., incidents, observations, toileting updates)
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Write up any necessary notes or handovers if covering lunch for another staff member.