Nursery Lunchtime Assistant – Gloucester

About Early Years Ltd.; Gloucester; Remote; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

About Early Years Ltd. is seeking a Nursery Lunchtime Assistant in Gloucester for a part-time role. You will support nursery staff during lunchtime, help with meals and personal routines, and supervise children to ensure safety and well-being.

The role emphasizes caring, patient interaction, good communication, and the ability to work as part of a team while safeguarding children’s welfare. DBS check is required or willingness to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• An Enhanced DBS through Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery staff during lunchtime and busy periods.
• Assist children during mealtimes and encourage positive eating habits.
• Help children develop independence with eating, drinking and personal routines.
• Supervise children and ensure their safety and wellbeing at all times.
• Encourage positive behaviour and appropriate social interaction.
• Support children with their personal care needs where required.
• Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming nursery environment.
• Engage with children through appropriate games, activities and conversation.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children.
• Communicate effectively with nursery practitioners and other staff.
• Follow nursery policies, safeguarding procedures and health and safety guidelines.
• Support the wider nursery team where required.

Skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Caring and patient

Reliability

Job description

Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Nurseries: Day Nurseries / Early Years Settings
Start Date: ASAP / Immediate Start
Hours: Part-Time, Lunchtime Hours
Pay: £12 - £15 per hour
Role: Nursery Lunchtime Assistant

Are you looking for a rewarding part-time role working with young children? Do you enjoy creating a positive, caring and safe environment where children can enjoy their lunchtime and continue developing their social skills?

Academics Ltd is currently recruiting friendly, reliable and enthusiastic Nursery Lunchtime Assistants for opportunities across Gloucester and the surrounding areas.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children and is looking for shorter working hours that can fit around other commitments. Previous nursery or childcare experience is beneficial, but a caring attitude and genuine passion for supporting young children are equally important.

The Role

As a Nursery Lunchtime Assistant, you will support nursery staff during the busy lunchtime period, helping to ensure children are safe, happy and well cared for.

You will assist with mealtimes, encourage positive social interactions and support children's personal care and routines where required. You will work alongside experienced nursery practitioners to create a calm and enjoyable environment for children.

Key Responsibilities

• Support nursery staff during lunchtime and busy periods.
• Assist children during mealtimes and encourage positive eating habits.
• Help children develop independence with eating, drinking and personal routines.
• Supervise children and ensure their safety and wellbeing at all times.
• Encourage positive behaviour and appropriate social interaction.
• Support children with their personal care needs where required.
• Help maintain a clean, safe and welcoming nursery environment.
• Engage with children through appropriate games, activities and conversation.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children.
• Communicate effectively with nursery practitioners and other staff.
• Follow nursery policies, safeguarding procedures and health and safety guidelines.
• Support the wider nursery team where required.

Key Requirements

• A genuine passion for working with young children.
• A caring, patient and friendly approach.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with children.
• Previous experience working with children is desirable but not essential.
• A reliable and responsible approach to work.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A positive attitude and willingness to support nursery staff.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting children's welfare.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for part-time childcare experience or a flexible role within an Early Years setting.

As a Nursery Lunchtime Assistant with Academics Ltd, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Gain valuable experience working in a nursery environment.
• Develop your understanding of Early Years care and development.
• Build experience supporting young children's social and emotional development.
• Develop your communication and teamwork skills.
• Gain valuable experience for future Nursery Assistant or Nursery Practitioner roles.
• Work shorter hours that can fit around other commitments.
• Build relationships with local nurseries and Early Years professionals.
• Develop your confidence working with young children.

Whether you have previous childcare experience or are looking to take your first steps into Early Years education, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience while making a positive difference to young children's day.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy.