Job Description

About us:

For over 35 magical years, Seymour House day nurseries have been dedicated to providing a beyond brilliant nursery experience, where families get nothing but the best.

Location:

Oak Trees Ford Dunton Nursery is set within a beautiful, quiet countryside scene in the grounds of Dunton Technical Centre, near Basildon, and uniquely only offers places to Ford employees. Our nursery offers a warm and welcoming environment where children flourish.

The magic you'll bring:

We're looking for a

Nursery Food Lead & Housekeeper

- someone who understands that mealtimes are more than just meals; they're moments of care, comfort, and connection.

As our

Nursery Food Lead & Housekeeper

, you'll play a vital role in nurturing young children by preparing and serving their daily meals and snacks. With delicious, nutritious meals delivered chilled by our partner,

Nursery Kitchen

, all you need to do is heat, serve, and bring a little joy to every plate.

Whether you're an experienced kitchen whizz or simply someone who loves working in a purposeful, child-centred environment - we'd love to hear from you!

All the benefits:

Competitive salaries Up to 31 days holiday Excellent career progression Childcare discount Health cash plan Free life coaching in our Dream Academy Financial wellbeing service Glamourous annual awards evening Social events throughout the year Recommend a friend bonus Further qualification opportunities Leadership investment training Funded training courses available in specialist EY subjects

What you'll need to join the fun

You must be a UK or EEA citizen or have lived in the UK for the past 3 years. You will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check, funded by Seymour House, to share in our commitment to safeguarding children. An enhanced check is completed and regularly updated through the Disclosure and Barring Service. No formal qualifications are required, just the desire to provide the very best care to young children.
This post is classed as having a high degree of contact with children and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Seymour House actively promotes equal opportunities and are committed to equality and diversity for all our children and staff. Applicants will be considered on merit only, irrespective of race, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, or belief.

A copy of the Company's Equal Opportunities Policy and Disclosure Information Policy is available on request.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21-12.60 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

Company events Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free flu jabs Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person