Nursery Lunchtime Assistant in Sandhurst

Lunchtime Assistant

Location: Trilakes Nursery : Bracknell

Hours: 10:30am - 2:30pm (20 hours over 5 days)

Salary: Up to £12.96 per hour

ABOUT US:

In short, we help children have the best possible start in life - supporting families and creating meaningful experiences along the way

Our ethos says it all:

Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff.

That’s where you come in...

The Benefits (The Stuff That Matters)

• In House Qualification Scheme- earn an additional +30p per hour- increase your hourly rate through WOW moments, planning & checklists
• Up to Generous holiday + your birthday of
• volunteer day - support a charity of your choice
• 50% childcare discount
• Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards)
• 100 + training courses + SENCO
• Free uniform & DBS
• Referral bonuses up to £500
• Free family access to Trilakes Attraction

THE ROLE

We’re looking for a friendly, caring Lunchtime Assistant to support our team during one of the most important parts of the day.

This isn’t just “supervision”.

You’ll play a key role in:

• Supporting children’s independence
• Creating a calm, positive lunchtime experience
• Helping children feel safe, settled, and cared for

Lunchtime Supervision

• Supporting children during meals and encouraging good table manners
• Creating a calm, positive, and engaging mealtime environment
• Helping children feel comfortable and confident during lunch
• Supporting children with allergies safely and correctly
• Assisting with feeding, weaning, or bottles where needed
• Ensuring smooth transitions between lunch and the next activity

Childcare Support

• Delivering safe, meaningful activities while practitioners are on breaks
• Supporting children with routines and transitions
• Encouraging independence (handwashing, self-feeding, dressing)
• Providing comfort and reassurance where needed
• Sharing any concerns with the team

Health, Hygiene & Safety

• Supporting personal care routines before and after meals
• Keeping environments clean, safe, and organised
• Following all health & safety and allergy procedures
• Reporting any accidents, incidents, or safeguarding concerns
• Maintaining confidentiality at all times

Team & Development

• Working collaboratively with the team
• Supporting a positive, energetic environment
• Attending training and meetings where required
• Following and promoting nursery values and standards

WHY THIS ROLE IS AWESOME

Is this the BEST part-time role out there?

We think it might be…

• Perfect hours, ideal for work-life balance
• Meaningful work, make a real difference every day
• Supportive team, friendly, welcoming environment
• Great stepping stone , ideal if you want to grow into childcare

PLUS: you’ll be part of a team that genuinely cares, about children and each other

The Perfect Candidate

You are:

• Warm, friendly, and approachable
• Great with children and enjoy supporting their development
• Reliable and happy to get stuck in
• Calm and positive in a busy environment
• A team player with a great attitude

Bonus if you

• Have experience working with children (not essential!)
• Are interested in progressing into a childcare role

And you read this thinking:

“This sounds perfect for me!”

THE DETAILS

Bracknell

20 hours per week (10:30am - 2:30pm, Monday-Friday)

Up to £12.96 per hour

Your Next Steps

• If you’re looking for a role where you: Make a difference
• Work with a supportive team
• Have great hours and benefits

We keep things simple and move quickly.

Friendly. Supportive. No fuss.

Good luck