Description
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
Little Elms amazing benefits for you -
* 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
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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
* Ensure children are seated safely and eating appropriately.
* Encourage independence (e.g., using cutlery, pouring water).
* Support social interaction and model good table manners.
* Monitor allergies and dietary requirements carefully.
* Be aware of room ratios and headcounts at all times.
* Ensure safe transitions to and from lunch (e.g., to toileting, handwashing, sleep areas).
* Stay vigilant and responsive to children's needs.
* Provide or supervise quiet play, story time, or restful activities during and after lunch.
* Keep the environment calm to support children who may be resting or napping.
* Assist children settling down for naps.
* Monitor sleeping children and complete sleep checks as per policy.
* Provide comfort and reassurance where needed.
* Clear and clean the lunch area (wipe tables, sweep floors, dispose of waste properly).
* Prepare the space for the afternoon session.
* Support children in tidying up when appropriate.
* Communicate any important information to room leads (e.g., incidents, observations, toileting updates)
* Write up any necessary notes or handovers if covering lunch for another staff member.
Little Elms is an established nursery that aims to provide the highest standards of care for children aged between 3 months and 5 years.
A family-run business, we believe that a fun and a caring environment is crucial to happy and healthy development.
Our nurseries offer state-of-the-art facilities, combining bright and spacious rooms indoors with fabulous outdoor areas. Our experienced and motivated team provides a stimulating yet safe environment for creative play. Little Elms takes pride in being a friendly setting in which each child’s physical, emotional and developmental needs are met. Every child is special and is encouraged to achieve his or her full potential in the precious pre-school years.
Established in 2009, we have 11 nurseries across South London.