At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children during lunchtime, ensuring a calm and positive experience.
- Company: Finkley Down Farm, dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for children and families.
- Benefits: Earn up to £13.26 per hour, generous holiday, childcare discounts, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Opportunities for training and progression in childcare roles.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on children's lives while enjoying short, rewarding days.
- Qualifications: Friendly, reliable, and great with children; experience is a bonus but not essential.
The predicted salary is between 13.26 - 13.26 £ per hour.
Location: Finkley Down Farm Andover
Hours: 10:30am – 2:30pm (20 hours over 5 days)
Salary: Up to £13.26 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.
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
- Generous holiday + your birthday off as a volunteer day: support a charity of your choice
- Childcare discount
- Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards)
- 100+ training courses + SENCO
- Free uniform & DBS
- Referral bonuses up to £500
- Free family access to Finkley Down Farm and Solstice Play
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
You’ll be responsible 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
THE PERFECT CANDIDATE
- 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
Short, rewarding days where you make a real impact.
THE DETAILS
Andover, 20 hours per week (10:30am – 2:30pm, Monday–Friday), Up to £13.26 per hour.
Lunchtime Assistant employer: Attraction Nurseries
Attraction Nurseries fosters a vibrant work culture that prioritizes employee well-being and professional development. With benefits like a badge scheme for performance recognition and extensive training opportunities, employees are encouraged to grow within the organization. The company's commitment to creating joyful experiences for children and staff alike makes it a desirable workplace.
