Lunchtime Early Years Assistant - Flexible Nursery Bank

Wishford Schools; Henley-on-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5% employer pension

Shopping discount card

Access to counselling scheme

Personal accident at work cover

Staff uniform provided

Job summary

Wishford Education's Henley Day Nursery in Henley-on-Thames is seeking a caring Early Years Assistant to support lunchtime supervision and meal times within a friendly nursery team.

You will help create a safe, calm environment for children aged 0-5, contribute to planned activities, maintain safeguarding standards, and work with room leaders to promote the nursery ethos. The role is casual, with flexible hours and a fixed term contract.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the EYFS curriculum and activities for ages 0-5.
• Completed Early Years Level qualification (Level 2 or above) preferred but not essential.
• Ability to create a stimulating, safe, and caring learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities for 0-5 year-olds.
• Maintain a safe and stimulating environment while supervising meals and play.
• Support room leader and staff to uphold nursery ethos and safeguarding policies.
• Update child development records as applicable and assist with toileting needs.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Early years Level 2+

Communication with children/parents

Education

Early Years Level qualification (Level 2+)

Job description

Wishford Education's Henley Day Nursery in Henley-on-Thames is seeking a caring Early Years Assistant to support lunchtime supervision and meal times within a friendly nursery team.

You will help create a safe, calm environment for children aged 0-5, contribute to planned activities, maintain safeguarding standards, and work with room leaders to promote the nursery ethos. The role is casual, with flexible hours and a fixed term contract.