At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a fun, nurturing environment and plan engaging activities for children.
- Company: Join Dartington Nursery, a supportive team dedicated to children's futures.
- Benefits: Free childcare for the first month, 31 days holiday, and exclusive discounts.
- Other info: Enjoy career development opportunities and a paid volunteer day each year.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while enjoying flexible hours.
- Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed; experience in childcare is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 13.24 - 13.24 £ per hour.
Join Our Team as a Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner!
Part-time 15 hours over 5 days, 11.30-2.30 (can be flexible).
Are you passionate about creating brighter futures for children? At Dartington, we're looking for a Nursery Practitioner to join our team. Bring your enthusiasm, creativity, and dedication, and let's make a difference together!
No qualifications required for this role - Previous experience working in a childcare setting would be beneficial.
Please note: we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.
Why You'll Love Working With Us- 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 (inclusive of national bank holidays and the Christmas closure week), plus your birthday off!
- 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: £12.71 - £13.24 per Hour based on experience.
Working Hours: 15 hours over 5 days, 11.30-2.30 (can be flexible).
Location: hdc Nursery Dartington, Brimhay, Gidleys Meadow, Dartington, Devon, TQ9 6JZ.
About our Nursery: Our Dartington Nursery is situated in a quiet residential area and a short drive from the A38, with easy access from places like Ivybridge, Ashburton and Buckfastleigh. Parking is available outside the nursery for the team. We encourage outdoor learning whenever possible and aim to pass on a love of the outdoors, teaching them how to care for their world and environment. Children can experience planting, growing, harvesting, and food-to-plate so they know where their food comes from. Using resources from our outdoor area, children can welcome guests to their bug hotel.
What Your Role Involves: As a valued member of our team, you'll:
- 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.
Excited to take the next step in your career? Apply today – we'd love 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.
Lunch Cover Nursery Practitioner in Dartmouth employer: The Old Station Nursery Group
At Dartington, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a nurturing and supportive environment for our team. With generous benefits such as free childcare for the first month, 31 days of holiday, and access to extensive career development resources, we are dedicated to fostering both personal and professional growth. Our commitment to outdoor learning and community engagement creates a unique workplace culture that values creativity, collaboration, and making a positive impact on children's lives.
Contact Details:
The Old Station Nursery Group Recruitment Team
