Lunchtime Assistant
Location: Sandhurst
Hours: 10:00am – 2:00pm (20 hours over 5 days)
Salary: Up To £14.40 Per Hour
About Us
Trilakes Nursery is part of the Attraction Nurseries family – a growing childcare group delivering high-quality early years education across the UK.
At our Sandhurst setting, we create a nurturing, engaging environment where children can explore, learn, and grow every single day.
We help children have the best possible start in life – supporting families and creating meaningful experiences along the way.
The Benefits (The Stuff That Matters)
- Badge scheme – earn an additional £0.30 per hour by WOW moments, planning & checklists
- Up to 6 weeks holiday + birthday off
- 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 Jake’s play barn and mini Farm
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.
We’ll give you a chance to develop skills and enjoy a supportive environment.
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
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
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!) or are interested in progressing into a childcare role.
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
Trilakes Nursery and preschool: Sandhurst
20 hours per week (10:30am – 2:30pm, Monday–Friday)
Up To £13.01 per hour
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