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Qualified Nursery Lunchtime Cover Assistant - Ellesmere Port
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About the role
Ellesmere Port, Cheshire | Part-Time | Permanent
Salary £12.76 per hour
About The Role
Partou Buttercups Day Nursery & Pre-school is seeking a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualified nursery practitioner to take on the flexible 15 hours 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
- Minimum Level 2 Early Years qualification
- Strong EYFS knowledge
- Passion for early years education
- Confidence in supporting children’s learning and development
- Commitment to safeguarding and continuous professional development
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.
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