Part‑Time | 20 hours per week (11am‑3pm, Monday‑Friday, all‑year round)
Job Title: Nursery Lunch Cover – Hitchin
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Lunchtime Assistant to join our welcoming team in Hitchin. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with hands‑on childcare experience who is passionate about early years education and creating a nurturing environment for young children to thrive.
While this position is open to unqualified applicants, previous experience working within a nursery, preschool, or early years setting is essential and priority will be given to qualified practitioners.
About The Role
As a Lunchtime Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will help deliver engaging activities aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework, ensuring a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment for every child.
Key Responsibilities
- Supporting the daily care and supervision of children aged 0–5
- Assisting in planning and delivering age‑appropriate activities
- Promoting children’s social, emotional and physical development
- Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health and safety
- Building positive relationships with children, parents and colleagues
- Contributing to observations and learning journals where required
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Clear progression pathways
- Staff wellbeing initiatives
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience working in a nursery or early years setting
- A genuine passion for childcare and early education
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A proactive and positive attitude
- Good understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
Qualifications are not essential but highly desirable – we value experience, commitment and the right attitude above all else.
