At Little Jems Nursery, we know that every role in the nursery is important. Our lunch cover staff play a vital role in ensuring smooth transitions, supporting children through mealtimes, and maintaining a safe, happy environment. Whether you're looking for a role to fit around other commitments or hoping to gain experience in an early year setting, we'd love to welcome you to our team.
What You'll Do:
* Assist with setting up and supervising children during lunchtime.
* Encourage positive mealtime routines and promote good eating habits.
* Help children with feeding where needed, assisting children with lunch, cutting up food, pouring liquids etc (where necessary) and ensure good well-being is maintained
* Support staff in maintaining a clean and safe nursery environment, including tidying up after meals.
* Engage children in quiet play or rest activities after lunch.
* Follow safety, hygiene, and safeguarding policies at all times.
What You Bring to the Team:
* A caring, friendly, and patient nature with a passion for working with children.
* Experience working with young children is desirable but not essential.
* A willingness to work as part of a team and support colleagues where needed.
* An understanding of basic food hygiene and safety (training provided if needed).
* Reliability and a commitment to maintaining a nurturing environment.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £12.21 per hour
Work Location: In person