Lunch Cover

Role overview

Whitwick Day Nursery, part of Grandir UK, is seeking a warm and enthusiastic Lunch Cover to support children during the middle of the day. The role runs from 10:00am to 2:00pm and is based in Whitwick, Coalville. It is suited to someone who enjoys working in a child-centred setting and wants to help little ones feel supported, engaged and confident each day.

The salary for this position is £13,332.80 to £14,008.80, depending on experience and qualifications, and the pay is reviewed regularly.

This nursery offers a supportive workplace, flexible working options, strong employee benefits and opportunities to progress within the organisation.

About the nursery

Whitwick Day Nursery is a friendly setting located in the centre of Whitwick in a refurbished former primary school. It offers a convenient location for local families and a welcoming environment for staff and children alike.

The nursery includes a large outdoor space with climbing frames, slides, a mud kitchen and a garden where children can plant, explore and learn through play. It also has a strong local community focus, with outings that help children build confidence and a sense of belonging.

The setting has four playrooms designed for different stages of development, from babies through to preschool, supporting children as they grow in independence, confidence and life skills.

Key duties

• Keep children safe, supervised and supported throughout the lunch period and beyond.
• Help set up and oversee activities under the direction of Level 3 qualified practitioners.
• Contribute to a tidy, attractive and welcoming nursery environment.
• Follow company policies, procedures and operational practices carefully.
• Maintain a positive, professional approach with children, families, visitors and colleagues.
• Take part in staff meetings, planning sessions and training whenever required.

Working arrangements

The role is a full-time position with working hours from 10am to 2pm.

Benefits and rewards

• 33 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, with 3 of those days taken during the Christmas shutdown.
• Christmas and New Year closure period.
• Flexible working options.
• Substantial childcare discount.
• £500 refer-a-friend incentive.
• Company pension with employer contributions.
• Statutory Sick Pay available from day one.
• Life assurance cover for employees aged 18 to 65.
• Recognition as a Certified Great Place to Work by current employees.
• Enhanced maternity and adoption leave, paid at 100% for the first 12 weeks.
• Paternity leave paid at 100% for 4 weeks.
• Parental bereavement leave of up to 4 weeks paid.
• Compassionate leave of up to 2 weeks paid.
• Miscarriage leave of up to 2 weeks paid.
• An extra Wellbeing Day for personal time.
• Up to one additional week of annual leave for a major life event after 2 years of service.
• Access to a benefits portal with retail savings across brands such as ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S and major supermarkets.
• 24-hour remote GP access.
• Medical cashback for dental care, physiotherapy and alternative therapies.
• Year-round recognition, rewards and team celebrations, with May dedicated to celebrating teams.
• In-house training and real progression opportunities.
• A sustainability-focused culture with Carbon Literacy-trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation.

Safeguarding and recruitment notes

Grandir UK is committed to protecting the welfare of children and young people. This role requires an enhanced DBS check, arranged through an approved third-party provider.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and makes hiring decisions based on merit. AI-assisted tools may be used during recruitment for tasks such as screening applications and checking references, but final hiring decisions are made by the team.

Applications are reviewed as they arrive, and the vacancy may be closed earlier than expected.

Additional information

Part of Grandir UK. Reference code: INDQJ.