Lunchtime Assistant
Location: Trilakes
Hours: 10:30am – 2:30pm (20 hours over 5 days)
Salary: Up to £13.01 per hour
ABOUT US
Trilakes Nurseryis part of the Attraction Nurseries family — a growing childcare group delivering high-quality early years education across the UK.
At our Bracknell setting, we create a nurturing, engaging environment where children can explore, learn, and grow every single day.
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 £750
- 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 — mealtimes and transitions.
This isn’t just “supervision”.
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
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!”
WHAT YOUR DAY MIGHT LOOK LIKE
10:30am – Arrive, settle in, prep for lunchtime
11:30am – Support children during meals
12:00pm – Encourage conversation and independence
12:30pm – Support transitions (toileting, handwashing, rest/play)
1:00pm – Supervise play or quiet activities
2:00pm – Support team handover and tidy up
2:30pm – Head home!
Short, rewarding days where you make a real impact.
THE DETAILS
Bracknell
20 hours per week (10:30am – 2:30pm, Monday–Friday)
Up to £13.01 per hour
YOUR NEXT STEPS
- 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
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Finkley Nurseries is an excellent employer, offering a nurturing work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on children's lives during mealtimes. With a focus on professional development and generous holiday entitlement, our supportive culture encourages growth and independence, making it a rewarding place to work in Sandhurst.
