Qualified Nursery Lunch Cover

The-Learning-Experience-UK; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Employee recognition

Job summary

The Learning Experience UK in Leatherhead is seeking a Lunchtime Assistant to help during the 10am–3pm window, delivering gentle care and supporting each child's development in a safe, engaging setting.

Ideal candidates hold Level 2+ in Early Years, communicate well, and follow safeguarding and health & safety guidelines. DBS check and ongoing training are part of the role as part of a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or above qualification in Early Years.
• Eligibility to work in the UK with no sponsorship required.
• Experience in nursery or early years settings is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Cover lunchtime hours from approximately 10am to 3pm.
• Provide exceptional care supporting each child's development.
• Ensure safety, health and safeguarding policies are followed.
• Contribute to creating engaging indoor and outdoor activities.
• Collaborate with nursery teams and senior leaders.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Health & Safety

Education

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

Qualified Nursery Lunch Cover at The Learning Experience UK

Nursery Lunch Cover

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.

Eligibility: The successful candidate must have the legal right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment. Please note that this role is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future.

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