Nursery Lunchtime Assistant

The Learning Experience; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking a Lunchtime Assistant for their new Leatherhead location. In this pivotal role, you will provide exceptional care, help foster a supportive learning environment, and contribute to children's well-being while collaborating with a dedicated team. The position requires a Level 2 qualification in Early Years and offers attractive employee benefits including discounted childcare and paid birthday leave.

Benefits

50% off discounted childcare

Paid birthday leave

Company pension scheme

Paid overtime

Access to Perkbox including Perkbox Medical

Qualifications

• Experience in early years education settings with 'Good or Outstanding' inspection outcomes.
• Successful collaboration within nursery teams and effective communication.
• Record of ongoing training and professional qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional care that supports each child's development.
• Maintain health and safety practices and adhere to child protection policies.
• Create enriching environments filled with engaging activities.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Hygiene standards

Food preparation

Education

Level 2 or above qualification in Early Years

Job description

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The Learning Experience

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Leatherhead, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.06.2025

Expiry Date:

01.08.2025

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Job Description:

Join us in our mission to make a positive difference in the lives of children, families, and communities. At The Learning Experience, we're opening our first state-of-the-art setting in the UK, and we invite you to be part of our journey. As an Lunchtime Assistant, you'll provide exceptional care, contribute to health and safety practices, and collaborate with our dynamic senior leadership team.

This role requires a Level 2 or above qualification in Early Years.

What's in it for you?

At the Learning Experience we believe that the happiness and wellbeing of our employees is essential.

• Access to discounted childcare at 50% off
• Regular/Frequent employee recognition and employee appreciation gifts
• Paid birthday leave and paid staff events
• Company pension scheme
• Paid overtime
• Access to Perkbox including Perkbox Medical
• From retail stores, cinema and restaurant discounts, coupled with cash back on medical bills, and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
• Plus much more!

Your Duties:

• We invite a friendly, spirited individual to join our Leatherhead Nursery as a Lunchtime Assistant.
• In this pivotal role, you'll cover the hours between approximately 10am and 3pm
• Your role involves delivering exceptional care that supports each child's development and individual needs.
• With a flexible approach, you'll fulfill lunchtime responsibilities and provide vital support to local nurseries.
• By creating enriching environments filled with engaging activities, you'll foster indoor and outdoor growth.
• Guided by British Values embedded in Core Advantage, LEAP, and Early Years Foundation Stage learning, you'll ensure a holistic education experience. Safety remains paramount, as you'll adhere to child protection and health and safety policies, safeguarding children's well-being.

If you're excited to positively impact children's lives and be part of a dynamic team, we invite you to learn more about this incredible opportunity.

What we ideally require from you:

• Experience in early years education settings with 'Good or Outstanding' inspection outcomes.
• Required - Level 2 or Above Qualification in Early Years
• Successful collaboration within nursery teams and effective communication.
• Record of ongoing training and professional qualifications.
• Proficiency in hygiene standards, room preparation, and decision-making.
• Experience in food preparation and relevant food management training.
• Familiarity with child protection and safeguarding policies.
• Motivated and deadline-driven, particularly in children's record-keeping and assessment

Any job offer of this role is subject to a DBS check