Early Years Lunch time assistant

Storal•Lincoln, NE

6d•£13 - £13•Onsite

About The Position

The Early Years Lunch time assistant supports children’s safety, care, and development during lunch at Glebe Farm Nursery School in Lincoln. The role helps create a calm, friendly, and enjoyable dining environment, encourages healthy eating, independence, good oral health, positive behaviour, and hygiene routines, and assists children with meals as needed. It also supports transitions to the next activity and contributes to a clean dining area. The role is part of a warm, nurturing nursery team focused on children’s development and play-based learning. Staff apply the Storal curriculum and pedagogy principles, seek learning opportunities in everyday routines, and build meaningful relationships with children and families. Safeguarding is a priority, and staff complete compliance checks, including employment references and DBS checks, before employment.

Requirements

Experience working with all age groups within Early Years settings.

Nice To Haves

An Early Years qualification at Level 2 or Level 3 is desirable but not essential.
Knowledge of the EYFS framework is advantageous.

Responsibilities

Supervise children during lunchtime and ensure they are seated safely.
Support and encourage positive behaviour at the table.
Promote healthy eating habits and good oral health.
Encourage children to eat independently and try different foods.
Ensure children follow hygiene routines, including washing their hands.
Create a calm, friendly, and enjoyable lunchtime environment.
Assist children who need help eating or managing their meals.
Monitor behaviour and maintain a safe, respectful atmosphere.
Communicate with parents when needed and provide feedback about eating or behaviour.
Help tidy up after lunch and keep the dining area clean.
Support children as they transition to their next activity after lunchtime.
Plan activities, observe children’s progress, and manage personal care.
Apply the Storal curriculum and pedagogy principles and make use of learning opportunities in everyday routines.