Lunchtime EYFS Assistant — Safe, Caring Nursery Support

eTeach UK Limited; Henley-on-Thames; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5% employer pension

Shopping discount card

Counselling scheme access

Personal accident at work cover

Staff uniform provided

Job summary

eTeach UK Limited is seeking a caring Early Years Assistant to support our nursery team during lunchtimes. You will help create a safe, calm and positive environment where children can enjoy their meals and social time.

Hours are 7:30am–6pm, Mon–Fri, year round, with a 0 hour fixed-term contract. The role involves planning activities for children aged 0–5, upholding EYFS standards and safeguarding. A Level 2 EYFS qualification is preferred but not essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent understanding of the EYFS curriculum.
• Experience planning inspiring activities for ages 0-5.
• Level 2+ EYFS qualification preferred but not essential.
• Ability to create a stimulating environment and foster confident learners.
• Strong communication to build relationships with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities based on each child’s interests.
• Maintain a safe, stimulating environment while implementing activities.
• Support the nursery ethos and collaborate with the staff team.
• Promote good staff practices and ensure child safety and environment safety.
• Liaise with and support the room leader.
• Update child development records where applicable.
• Discreetly attend to toileting needs of young children.
• Follow policies on safeguarding, health and safety, and food hygiene.

Skills

EYFS curriculum understanding

Activity planning

Effective communication

Child engagement

Parental relations

Education

Early Years Level qualification (Level 2+)

Job description

eTeach UK Limited is seeking a caring Early Years Assistant to support our nursery team during lunchtimes. You will help create a safe, calm and positive environment where children can enjoy their meals and social time.

Hours are 7:30am–6pm, Mon–Fri, year round, with a 0 hour fixed-term contract. The role involves planning activities for children aged 0–5, upholding EYFS standards and safeguarding. A Level 2 EYFS qualification is preferred but not essential.