Nursery Lunchtime Assistant - Marks Gate Nursery and Pre-School - Part Time

Nursery Lunchtime Assistant – Part Time – Barking, RM6 – £11.44 per hour + Benefits

If you love children, this could be the job for you.

\”When I come back from holiday, the children\’s faces light up.\” – Bobbi-Jo, former Apprentice

We\’re the London Early Years Foundation, or LEYF Nurseries, a family of 40 nurseries. Our staff love working here because we focus on the child and their family, giving them the best start in life.

LEYF is known for quality teachers, offering strong in-house training and opportunities for promotion. Our nurseries are independent and community-focused, with teams that support each other.

What\’s in it for you?

\”I could come in sad … and just seeing one child could change my attitude for the whole day. I absolutely love it.\” – Jaida, Apprentice

• Lots of training, promotions, and a competitive salary for the sector
• Generous pension scheme with a 7% employer contribution (1% from you)
• 70% discount on childcare fees
• Up to 35 days off a year, including bank holidays, days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro-rated for part-time hours)
• Sector-leading parental leave
• Additional benefits including wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference, and team celebration funds

A Bit About The Role

\”I like the teamwork here. They\’ve given me a lot of skills to help develop my career.\” – Estefania, Early Years Assistant

If you enjoy being around children and need a role that fits your commitments, this could be ideal. You will typically work part-time hours between 11:30 am and 2:30 pm, with the nursery operating year-round.

Your duties include supervising meals, tidying up, soothing children to sleep, and supporting activities for children who are not sleeping.

No formal qualifications are necessary to start, but we can help you obtain the training needed if you\’re interested.

You Will Need

• The right to work in the UK
• The ability to work throughout the year
• A strong work ethic
• Ability to safeguard and protect children
• A positive, reliable, and friendly attitude

About The Nursery

Rated \’Good\’ by Ofsted, Marks Gate Nursery and Pre-School provides early years education and childcare for children from birth to 5 years old. Located in Marks Gate near Chadwell Heath station, our spacious nursery features separate rooms and gardens for different age groups. Our experienced staff believe that variety is key to learning, with activities such as dialogic reading, woodworking, cooking, yoga, wildlife spotting, and outdoor play at Hainault Park. Families participate in tea parties and cultural tasting days. We also support families through a food bank for those in need.

Apply Now

Contact us today! Our friendly recruiters are eager to hear from you.

Find out if you\’re the right fit for this opportunity by reviewing the role overview above.

The company has experienced significant growth recently, supporting a large workforce and serving clients nationwide.

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