Nursery Lunchtime Assistant

The role of the Nursery Lunchtime Assistant is to ensure that all children attending The Elms Day Nursery receive high quality care, are kept safe, and receive rich and stimulating play experiences which meet their individual needs and support all aspects and components of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum. This role will entail light domestic duties as and when required in the playrooms.

This role is working up to 11.20 hours per week for a private early years day nursery based in leafy Edgbaston, next to the University of Birmingham campus.

Main Duties:

Responsible for preparing and setting the tables and clearing them away. May work in all areas helping staff and children during mealtimes, including feeding children and providing the right amount of food according to age and weight. Responsible for feeding bottles and preparing meals for younger children. Responsible for assisting the nursery team in providing appropriate play opportunities and for continuous interaction with children under supervision. Responsible for setting out the room with toys and activities and arranging furniture so children can access them more easily. Work as part of a team or on an individual basis.

Personnel:

Notify the Management Team of any concerns or issues regarding company policies and procedures. Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, carers, visitors and work colleagues. Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained. Work as a team with other team members and undertake any other duties as reasonably requested by line management. Actively participate in all self-development activities including appraisals, 1:1 meetings and interim performance reviews.

Training:

Learn about and keep abreast of current developments in childcare and education policy and practice. Attend regular team meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required.

Facilities:

Ensure efficient and effective use of available resources reflecting diversity. Undertake a shared responsibility that the premises, garden and equipment are well maintained and meet Health and Safety/EYFS requirements. Ensure that the nutritional needs of the children are met and the Food Safety Regulations are complied with.

Health and Safety:

Take responsible care for the Health and Safety of themselves and colleagues who may be affected by acts or omissions at work. Demonstrate the highest standard of hygiene and cleanliness of the children at all times. Ensure the premises and the environment are safe, clean, tidy and well maintained.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

Experience in working with children from birth to five years and behaviour management. Level 2 early years qualification. GCSE English Grade C or equivalent. A sound knowledge of child development from birth to five years. An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and the statutory framework. An understanding of Health & Safety in the workplace. An understanding and commitment to Equal Opportunities and Child Protection procedures. A willingness to undertake relevant training such as First Aid. A genuine love of and enjoyment from working with children. Be both mentally and physically suitable to care for children. Emotional resilience in working with challenging behaviours. Effective communication skills and the ability to write legibly. Able to work as part of a team. Honest, reliable and flexible. Able to demonstrate reliability and have a good attendance record. A professional attitude and manner. An enthusiastic and energetic approach to work.

Dimensions:

The post has no direct line management responsibility for other staff. The post has no budgetary or financial responsibility.

Benefits:

40 days paid holiday a year. 1 paid day a year for volunteering. 2 paid staff training days. Occupational sick pay. Discounted gym membership at the new sports centre. Recognition scheme. Staff discount on childcare. Ongoing training and development opportunities.

A DBS check is required for this role. The University is committed to safeguarding and promotes safe recruitment practice.