Student - Church Nursery Worker

Job Title
Student - Church Nursery Worker

Requisition Number
SE04332

Department Name
3J5SE: Student Employment

Work Location
Lexington, KY

On Campus/Off Campus
Off Campus

Salary Range
15.45

Type of Position
Student

Position Time Status
Part-Time

Preferred Education/Experience

Hours per Week

3+

Job Summary

You must be a current UK student to apply to this position. This position is located off-campus with a local Lexington employer and is not affiliated with UK.

Centenary is seeking a loving, dependable, and responsible Nursery Worker to provide a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment for infants and toddlers during our worship services and events. The ideal candidate has a heart for children and a commitment to providing care.

Responsibilities:
• Provide attentive and loving care to infants and toddlers (typically ages 0-4)
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized nursery environment
• Follow all church safety and check-in/check-out procedures
• Engage children in age-appropriate play, stories, and activities
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians
• Work alongside volunteers or other staff as scheduled
• Report any incidents or concerns to appropriate staff

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Experience caring for young children (formal or informal)
• Warm, patient, and energetic personality
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Pass a background check and provide references
• Punctual and reliable

Deadline to Apply
02/28/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Anticipated Start Date
02/03/2026