Job Description

Known by Cherubs as a Lunchtime Assistant. Love helping little ones and making mealtimes fun? Join us as a Lunchtime Assistant and be a friendly face children look forward to seeing each day.


About Us


Established in 1993, Cherubs Nurseries is a family-run business on a mission to give all children the personalities, skills and experiences they need to take on the world, without limitations. Central to our approach (inspired by Montessori, Hygge, Reggio and Forest School) is our Community Life work which aims to make the communities we serve better places to live, work and grow up in. From annual fundraising events to community clean ups and a robust Sustainability Action Plan.


We know it takes a village to raise a child and we want our nurseries to be reflective of our communities. We champion diversity in the early years sector and are driven to bring more men into early years, supporting MITEY to achieve a mixed-gender early years workforce.


Why work at Cherubs Nurseries?


Family-run business, but with all the benefits you would expect from a bigger group! Committed to taking people where they want to go - from personalised professional development pathways to continuous internal training. Experienced and long-standing teams - plenty of support whilst you get to grips with Cherubs Nurseries. Opportunity to progress and transfer internally - whether that's within your current nursery or to another team or nursery within the group. Exceptional early years environments - we heavily invest in our nurseries to ensure they align with our approach and curriculum and are the best places to work for our team. Proactive and forward-thinking culture - we're committed to making Cherubs Nurseries a great place to work.

About the Nursery


Cherubs Ilkeston is a brand new, modern 72-place nursery. It has a rapidly developing team (due to only opening in September 2024) so there are plenty of opportunities for career progression. The nursery is well-placed with good bus and road links and local amenities within walking distance such as supermarkets and food outlets.


Cherubs Nurseries Rewards and Benefits


30% off childcare at Cherubs Nurseries Long-service awards for 5+ years service Annual "Me Day" after 1 year's service Free healthy lunch, made by our Nursery Chef

What you'll be doing


Support in the preparation of healthy and nutritious meals and snacks, from approved Cherubs Nurseries menus. Take an active role championing cooking and baking across all areas of the nursery, this could include baking with children and preparing additional food for nursery events including Parent's Evening and Summer Fair. Remove kitchen waste regularly (appropriately and hygienically) disposing of in the correct bins. Assist in ensuring all meals are ready at the correct times making sure company and setting deadlines and guidelines are met Ensure the children's environment and your nursery is kept safe, secure and clean at all times ensuring safeguarding policies are adhered to. Be a role model for the children at all times, whilst demonstrating best practice to your colleagues. Ensure all toys, equipment and furniture is kept clean and in good working order, sterilising toys when necessary or required by policy. Assist in the supervision of meal times, ensuring this remains a learning opportunity for the children where positive eating practices are learnt and developed. * Ensure you are up to date and compliant with all Cherubs Nurseries policies and procedures.