Job Description

Kitchen Support Staff & Nursery Assistant (9 AM - 3 PM)

We are looking for a warm, reliable, and proactive individual to join our nursery team as a Kitchen Support Staff & Nursery Assistant. This varied role involves supporting our chef with daily kitchen tasks, preparing snacks, and ensuring a clean, well-organised environment, while also assisting with general duties related to caring for the children.

Key Responsibilities:

Kitchen & Snack Support

Assist the chef with the preparation and cooking of lunch. Prepare and serve daily snacks in a safe and hygienic manner. Maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area, including tidying, washing up, and ensuring food preparation spaces meet hygiene standards. Help set up and clear away after meals and snacks.

Nursery Support Duties

Support staff with general childcare duties throughout the day. Help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for the children. Assist with routines such as handwashing, transitions, and tidying up the room. Contribute to positive interactions, supporting children's wellbeing and daily experiences.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working as part of a team, takes pride in keeping spaces organised and clean, and loves being around young children. If you are dependable, enthusiastic, and ready to contribute to a nurturing nursery environment, we would love to hear from you.

What We're Looking For:

A friendly and nurturing approach with a genuine passion for working with young children. A team player who is reliable, punctual, and proactive.

Experience working in a food related role or childcare setting

. DBS Certificate (or willingness to apply prior to starting the role) Understanding of food hygiene and health & safety (training will be provided, nursery funded).

Benefits:

Your birthday off! Pension scheme. Learning, training, and development fund - opportunities to support your career growth. Paid closures - 1 week in August and over Christmas & New Year. Supportive, friendly team environment.

Hours & Contract:

Part-time, Monday to Thursday, 9 am - 3 pm. Additional bank hours as required. Salary 25,396 pro-rata (NMW based on hours worked)

Safer Recruitment Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check, and completion of all safer recruitment processes. Please note references will be requested prior to interviews.

How to Apply

If you're looking for a meaningful part-time role in a supportive and engaging environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From 25,396.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Health & wellbeing programme
Application question(s):

Please confirm you DO NOT require visa sponsorship, as we are UNABLE to sponsor this role. Are you able to work from 9 AM to 3 PM, Monday to Friday?
Experience:

Nursery: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person