Nursery Assistant - Lunch Cover

Grandir UK Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Pension

Life assurance

Wellbeing day

Discounts portal

Job summary

Grandir UK Limited’s Dicky Birds Nursery in Claremont Road is seeking a Level 2/3 Early Years Practitioner for a part-time role, 11am–3pm, Monday to Friday. You’ll support lunchtime care and help children through daily routines in a warm, safe environment in Greater London.

The role offers pro rata salary £26,437–£30,410 depending on experience, with strong benefits and genuine progression opportunities within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years/Childcare qualification.
• Enthusiastic, caring and positive approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support children during lunchtime and help ensure their safety and wellbeing.
• Assist with mealtimes and encourage positive eating habits.
• Support daily routines and personal care needs for children.
• Maintain a safe, clean and welcoming environment.
• Support learning and development through play and everyday activities.
• Work closely with the nursery team to provide high-quality care.
• Build positive, professional relationships with children, parents and colleagues.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Caring approach

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years / Childcare

Job description

Nursery Lunch Cover

Dicky Birds, Claremont Road
Part of Grandir UK

Salary £26,437 – £30,410 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience and qualifications
Hours: 11am–3pm, Monday to Friday

Join a supportive, child-focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

Our Dicky Birds Nursery in Claremont Road is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Level 2 or Level 3 qualified Early Years Practitioner to join our team on a part-time basis. Working 11am–3pm, Monday to Friday, you will play an important role in supporting the children and team during the busy lunchtime period.

You will help provide a safe, caring and stimulating environment where children can enjoy their day, build confidence and continue to learn and develop.

Why You’ll Love Working at Dicky Birds Nursery

You will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.

What will you be doing

• Supporting children during lunchtime and helping to ensure their safety and wellbeing
• Assisting with mealtimes and encouraging positive eating habits
• Supporting children with their daily routines and personal care needs
• Helping to provide a safe, clean and welcoming environment
• Supporting children's learning and development through play and everyday activities
• Working closely with the nursery team to provide high-quality care
• Building positive and professional relationships with children, parents and colleagues
• Following the requirements of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

What we're looking for

• A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Early Years / Childcare
• A caring, enthusiastic and positive approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• A genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development
• An understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding requirements

Core Benefits

• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period
• Christmas and New Year shutdown
• Flexible working options available
• £500 refer a friend bonus
• Company pension scheme with employer contributions
• Statutory Sick Pay from day 1
• Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65
• Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

• Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks
• Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks
• Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid
• Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid
• Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you
• The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service

Even More Benefits

• Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S and major supermarkets
• 24-hour remote GP appointments
• Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies
• Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams
• Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities
• Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.