Posted 09 April, 2026 Little Pips Nursery Chippenham logo

Job details

  • Salary £12.21 to £13.50 per hour Salary Details
  • Role Nursery Nurse / Early Years Practitioner
  • Hours Part Time
  • Location Chippenham, Wiltshire

Job summary

Job Description:

About Us

Little Pips Nursery is a warm, welcoming, and family-focused early years setting in the heart of Marlow. We create a nurturing, home-from-home environment where children feel safe, valued, and inspired to learn through high-quality, child-led experiences.

Due to continued growth, we’re looking for a Level 3 Lunch Cover Nursery Assistant to join our friendly team and support our nursery during the lunchtime period.

Your Role

As a Lunch Cover Nursery Assistant, you’ll play an important role in keeping our nursery running smoothly during our busiest time of day. You’ll help care for children, support mealtimes, and ensure a calm, safe, and happy environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support children during lunch and transitions
  • Assist with mealtimes and promote positive eating habits
  • Supervise children and support age-appropriate activities
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment
  • Follow EYFS practice, safeguarding, and health & safety procedures
  • Work closely with room teams to support daily routines
  • Build warm, positive relationships with children and colleagues

What We’re Looking For

Level 3 Early Years qualification (essential)
Nursery or early years experience
Knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding
Caring, patient, and reliable approach
A strong team player with good communication skills
Passion for supporting young children’s development

What We Offer

Paycare Medical Cover – dental & optical support, free same-day GP appointments & lifestyle assessments
MyGym / MyActive Discounts – up to 25% off gym memberships, clothing & equipment
Paycare Perks – discounts at 300+ retailers including Sainsbury’s, John Lewis, H&M, Boots & New Look
Recommend a Friend – earn up to £1,500 per referral

Training & Development – sector-leading early years training
33 days holiday including bank holidays

Join Our Team

If you’re an enthusiastic early years professional looking for a rewarding part-time role in a supportive nursery environment, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and join the Little Pips Nursery team.

Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be required to undergo comprehensive suitability checks, including:

  • Enhanced DBS check
  • Employment references
  • Qualification verification
  • Right to work checks
  • Completion of safer recruitment requirements

All appointments are subject to satisfactory clearance in line with our Safeguarding Policy.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

  • Company pension
  • Employee discount
  • Referral programme

Work Location: In person