Support Assistant-Food

Lancaster University; Bailrigg; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Lancaster University’s Pre-School Centre in Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK is recruiting a Support Assistant-Food on a 16-hour per week contract. The role runs Monday to Friday, typically 11:30 am to 2:45 pm, 52 weeks a year, with 25 days annual leave. The salary is £24,215 (part-time). An enhanced DBS is required.

The centre caters for about 200 children aged 3 months to 5 years, offering a supportive team environment and access to campus facilities. Closing date is 25 September 2026.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and learning principles.
• Able to work well within a team of childcare professionals.
• Comfortable engaging with children and supporting their daily routines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily care and learning activities for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
• Support staff in delivering high-quality, individualized learning experiences.
• Contribute to a safe, clean, and nurturing environment across the centre.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Team player

Enjoy working with children

Tools

Enhanced DBS

Job description

Support Assistant - Food

Pre-School Centre

Location: Bailrigg, Lancaster, UK

Salary: £24,215 (Part-Time/Indefinite)

Closing Date: Friday 25 September 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: 0588-26-R

The Pre-School Centre at Lancaster University is looking to recruit a Support Assistant-Food.

The post is indefinite and offers a contract based on working 16 hours per week, for 52 weeks of the year.

Hours of work are typically between 11.30 am - 2.45 pm, Monday - Friday.

All staff benefit from 25 days Annual Leave in addition to University statutory and closure days.

This role offers a great opportunity for the successful candidates to join a highly regarded childcare provider and employer, working alongside a team of experienced and enthusiastic practitioners, who are dedicated and committed to the delivery of high-quality individualised learning for each child who attends the Centre.

The Pre-School Centre is open all year and caters for approximately 200 children between the ages of 3 months and 5 years. Based on the stunning Lancaster University campus, the staff and children make full use of the facilities afforded to them across the campus, with visits to the Eco-Hub, Cinema and Orchards to name but a few.

You will have some knowledge of child development, enjoy working with children, and being an integral part of a team. You will be required to complete an enhanced DBS.

We welcome applications from people in all diversity groups.