Nursery Practitioner - Lunch Cover

Nursery Practitioner – Lunch Cover Role

Location: Shooting Stars Nursery, Bromsgrove, B61 0AE
Salary: up to £13.40 per hour
Contract: Part‑time | 11:30am–2:30pm, Monday to Friday
Hours: 15 hours/week | All year round | Closed on bank holidays

A Key Role Supporting Quality Childcare Across Our Setting

Are you a warm, reliable and enthusiastic Early Years Practitioner looking for a part‑time role that makes a real impact? At Shooting Stars Bromsgrove, we are seeking a dedicated Lunch Cover Practitioner to support our nursery team during the busy midday period.

This is an important role working across the setting to ensure that children receive high‑quality care, meaningful interactions and a calm, nurturing lunchtime experience.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking a caring and confident practitioner who is:

• Level 3 qualified in Early Years (full & relevant)
• Experienced within a children’s day nursery environment
• Knowledgeable about the EYFS and confident supporting children across age groups
• Familiar with safeguarding and child protection procedures
• Warm, positive and passionate about building trusting relationships
• Able to work collaboratively and adapt to the needs of different rooms

Your Role

As our Lunch Cover Practitioner, you will:

• Support staff and children across the nursery rooms as needed
• Provide high‑quality care, supervision and interaction during lunchtime
• Assist with routines including mealtimes, sleep/rest periods and transitions
• Help maintain a safe, calm and stimulating environment
• Contribute to the children’s wellbeing and positive daily experiences

Why Join Shooting Stars Bromsgrove?

You’ll join a friendly, supportive nursery where every team member is valued — whether full‑time or part‑time. We’re committed to staff wellbeing, professional growth and creating a workplace where everyone feels appreciated.

Employee Benefits:

• Flexible contracts to support work–life balance
• Competitive pay + annual pay & benefits review
• 50% childcare discount
• Paid holiday entitlement increasing with length of service
• Funded CPD and progression opportunities across our 6 nurseries
• Mental Health First Aid support, EAP & regular Team Voice sessions
• Free uniform, DBS check & access to a comfortable staff break room with snacks
• Monthly GEM Awards, team socials & annual recognition events

Safeguarding Commitment

Shooting Stars Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All positions involve working directly with children and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must declare all convictions, including those considered ‘spent’. Successful candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and full reference vetting.

Why Join Shooting Stars Bromsgrove?

You’ll join a friendly, supportive nursery where every team member is valued — whether full‑time or part‑time. We’re committed to staff wellbeing, professional growth and creating a workplace where everyone feels appreciated.

Employee Benefits:

• Flexible contracts to support work–life balance
• Competitive pay + annual pay & benefits review
• 50% childcare discount
• Paid holiday entitlement increasing with length of service
• Funded CPD and progression opportunities across our 6 nurseries
• Mental Health First Aid support, EAP & regular Team Voice sessions
• Free uniform, DBS check & access to a comfortable staff break room with snacks
• Monthly GEM Awards, team socials & annual recognition events