Nursery Mealtime Supervisor – Part Time

Tops Day Nurseries Ltd.; Torquay; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 60% childcare discount

Blue Light Card & Each Person rewards

Health & wellbeing support

Generous holiday allowance including a

Job summary

Tops Day Nurseries Ltd. in Torquay, Devon, is hiring a Nursery Lunch Support Assistant. This part-time role (20 hours per week, 10am–2pm) supports lunchtime routines, helps prepare meals, and ensures children are safe and well cared for during mealtimes.

You’ll work with our team in a nurturing environment, benefit from childcare discounts and wellbeing programs, and have the chance to grow within the UK’s largest employee-owned childcare group.

Qualifications

• Experience in a nursery or early years setting is desirable but not essential.
• Good communication skills and a positive, can-do attitude.
• Ability to work well within a team.
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one).

Responsibilities

• Supervising Mealtime: oversee children during lunchtime, ensuring they are seated safely and the dining area is calm.
• Assisting with Meal Preparation: help set up and serve meals with proper portions and dietary needs.
• Assisting Children: support children with eating, opening containers, and encouraging healthy habits.
• Monitoring Safety: stay vigilant to prevent accidents and respond to spills.
• Promoting Hygiene: encourage handwashing and maintain dining area cleanliness.
• Engaging with Children: interact with children during mealtimes with conversations and activities.
• Communicating with Parents and Staff: provide feedback on eating habits and concerns to carers.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

DBS check

Education

Enhanced DBS check

Job description

Tops Day Nurseries Ltd. in Torquay, Devon, is hiring a Nursery Lunch Support Assistant. This part-time role (20 hours per week, 10am–2pm) supports lunchtime routines, helps prepare meals, and ensures children are safe and well cared for during mealtimes.

You’ll work with our team in a nurturing environment, benefit from childcare discounts and wellbeing programs, and have the chance to grow within the UK’s largest employee-owned childcare group.