Nursery Lunch Assistant

Company: Lancing College
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Location: Lancing
Job Description:

Reports to: Nursery Manager and Deputy Nursery Managers

Key Responsibilities

  • To cover where necessary, to allow staff members to complete relevant paperwork and to cover lunch breaks.
  • To assist with the lunch time set up in whichever room you are working in that day.
  • To assist with the serving of lunch and dessert to all rooms.
  • To supervise and support the children during lunch time.
  • Responsible/assist with the cleaning of the tables, chairs and floors after lunch in all rooms as well as the washing of dishes, bibs and cutlery.
  • To assist with hand washing and cleaning up of children in preparation for sleep or quiet time.
  • To assist with re-setting the room for afternoon activities.
  • To assist with the set-up of sleep mats (as directed).
  • To look upon the nursery as a ‘whole’. Be flexible within your working practises and be constantly aware of the changing needs of the children and nursery.
  • To carry out any other duties when required.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Experience with children ages 0-5 years old.
  • Team player who is enthusiastic, hardworking and committed to a career within childcare.
  • Ability to use own initiative as part of a team.
  • Values and respects the views and needs of children.
  • Resilience with the ability to work well under pressure.
  • Commitment to equal opportunities.
  • Commitment to working with young children and families.
  • Friendly and flexible approach at work which facilitates the development of effective relationships.

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Posted: July 9th, 2026