Lunch Time Cover - Early Years Assistant

Henley Day Nursery; Henley-on-Thames; Remote; GBP 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension 5%

Shopping discount card

Counselling scheme

Personal accident at work cover

Staff uniform provided

Job summary

Henley Day Nursery is seeking a caring Early Years Assistant to support lunchtime routines for children aged 0–5. You will help create a safe, calm lunch environment and promote positive social interactions while assisting with personal care as needed.

The role is casual, with a 11am–3pm schedule, and requires the ability to work well within a nursery team. Experience is preferred but not essential; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children (0–5 years) desirable.
• A Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification is beneficial but not essential.
• Caring, patient and approachable manner.

Responsibilities

• Support children during lunchtime, encouraging good eating habits and independence.
• Supervise and ensure children’s safety at all times.
• Help with setting up and clearing away lunch areas.
• Assist with children’s personal care needs, including toileting where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and social interaction.
• Maintain a clean and hygienic environment in line with nursery policies.
• Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and food hygiene procedures at all times.

Skills

Young children

Meal supervision

Communication

Teamwork

Education

EY Level 2/3

Job description

# Lunch Time Cover - Early Years AssistantEmployer: Henley Day NurseryLocation: Henley-On-Thames, OxfordshireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: CasualSalary: Up to £15.00 per hourPosted: 5th October 2026Expires: 16th November 2026 11:59 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1577813* Share :* PrintWe are looking for a caring and reliable Early Years Assistant to support our nursery team during lunchtime. You will help create a safe, calm and positive environment where children can enjoy their meals and social time.**Hours, Salary & Benefits**Hours available 11am - 3pm Mon - Fri, year roundContract type: 0 hour, fixed term contractSalary: Up to £15 per hourBenefits:* 5% employer pension* Shopping discount card* Access to the group's counselling scheme* Personal accident at work cover* Staff uniform provided**Responsibilities*** Support children during lunchtime, encouraging good eating habits and independence* Supervise and ensure children’s safety at all times* Help with setting up and clearing away lunch areas* Assist with children’s personal care needs, including toileting where required* Promote positive behaviour and social interaction* Maintain a clean and hygienic environment in line with nursery policies* Follow safeguarding, health & safety, and food hygiene procedures at all times**Skills*** Experience working with young children (0–5 years) desirable* A Level 2 or 3 Early Years qualification is beneficial but not essential* Caring, patient and approachable manner* Good communication skills* Ability to work well as part of a teamTo read the full job description, please see candidate pack attached.