Nursery Assistant (part time)

Rand Farm Park; Leighton Buzzard; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading early years education provider is seeking two Nursery Assistants for permanent contracts. The roles involve assisting with meals and supporting educators in a nurturing environment focused on outdoor learning. Benefits include childcare discounts, healthcare access, and training opportunities.

Benefits

50% off childcare

Two free meals and drinks daily

WPA NHS Top-up, private healthcare access

Annual holiday entitlement starting at 28 days

Referral bonuses up to £500

Free staff uniform

Enhanced pension scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children, preferably in a nursery setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with serving breakfast and dinner.
• Support Early Years Educators in the nursery.

Skills

Experience with young children

Job description

Job Title: Nursery Assistant

Working Hours:

1. 7:30am - 10:30am, Monday to Friday (15 hours)
2. 3:30pm - 6:30pm, Monday to Friday (15 hours)

About Mead Open Farm Day Nursery

Part of the Farm Day Nurseries Group, we are a leading early years education provider based on award-winning farm parks. Our nursery offers a warm, nurturing environment focused on outdoor, nature-based learning and a child-led approach. We are expanding and looking to recruit dedicated staff to join our team.

Position Overview

We are seeking 2 Nursery Assistants for permanent 15-hour contracts. One will assist with serving breakfast, the other with dinner, and both will support our Early Years Educators in the nursery.

Benefits

• 50% off childcare (including Holiday Camp) from day one
• Wellbeing ambassadors in all settings
• Two free meals and drinks daily
• WPA NHS Top-up, private healthcare access
• Tastecard discounts at various restaurants and entertainment venues
• Annual holiday entitlement starting at 28 days, increasing with service
• Referral bonuses up to £500 per friend
• Open-door management policy
• Training and development opportunities
• Staff outings and celebrations
• Free staff uniform
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Monthly lotteries and Employee of the Month awards
• Service awards and gifts
• Annual staff awards ceremony
• Summer BBQ and Christmas party
• Special occasion gifts
• Relocation packages available
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking

Qualifications and Skills

No formal qualifications are required; however, experience working with young children, preferably in a nursery setting, is preferred.

Additional Information

Mead Open Farm Day Nursery is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. Employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.