Job Description

Pumpkin Patch is a family-owned company that operates six nurseries in the South Coast. This year, all of our nurseries in Brighton and Hove have achieved an Outstanding rating from Ofsted, which we are so excited about! We are looking for a Lunch Cover who shares our passion for the Reggio Emilia and Scandinavian Forest School approaches.

What we offer

Paid breaks Flexible working Discounted childcare Annual pay enhancements Real living wage employer Bonus and voucher schemes Company-funded qualifications Two-week induction programme Educational tours to Italy and Iceland Summer and Christmas social events Christmas to new years off every year Charity of the year and fundraising activities Mental health and wellbeing representatives Paid overtime up to 5 hours per week then TOIL In-house workshops for continuous development Participation in nursery outings such as beach school

The Role of a Pumpkin Patch Lunch Cover

A Nursery Lunch Cover supervises the children while staff have their lunch breaks. They are responsible for providing high-quality care for children and ensuring their safety and well-being at all times. They collaborate with the nursery team to create a nurturing and calm atmosphere that promotes children's development. Lunch Cover staff must always ensure the safety and protection of children.

Roles and Responsibilities

To contribute to the creation of a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for all children To be vigilant and protect children from harm or abuse, report any concerns immediately, and follow child protection and whistleblowing policies. To be aware of all Pumpkin Patch's policies and procedures and ensure these are adhered to. To assist with the provision of a stimulating range of age-appropriate activities. To be professional and a good role model to the children at all times. To be reliable and punctual, maintaining staffing ratios at all times. To communicate effectively, sharing information, participating in meetings, inductions and supervisions. To respect and value all colleagues, children and parents, encouraging a positive and diverse working environment. To uphold the positive image of the nursery and ensure confidentiality at all times.
This job description is intended to give you an indication of the main duties but is not meant to be an exhaustive list.

Job Details

Job Types: Part-Time, Permanent

Job Hours: 20 Hours Per Week - Monday to Friday 10.30am-2.30pm

Salary: 12.60 per hour

UK Level 2 or 3 Early Years Education Qualification (preferred)

Work Location:

109 New Church Road, Hove BN3 4BD

Safeguarding

Pumpkin Patch Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and ensures all staff and volunteers share this commitment. Pumpkin Patch have robust safeguarding and safer recruitment policies and procedures to ensure all positions are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer.

If you would like to speak to us directly, please contact HR on 01273 568798 or email lucy.dann@pumpkinpatchnursery.com

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.60 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Referral programme Sick pay
Application question(s):

Which Childcare Qualification do you hold?
Work Location: In person