At Newpark Childcare, we know that great food plays a huge role in children’s wellbeing, development, and happiness. That’s why we’re looking for a reliable and enthusiastic Kitchen Assistant who enjoys supporting the preparation of nutritious meals for young children and wants to be part of a warm, supportive nursery community.
If you take pride in helping provide healthy food, enjoy working in a positive team environment, and love knowing your work helps make a real difference to children every day, we would love to hear from you.
In this role, you’ll support our nursery chef in preparing fresh, balanced meals and snacks for babies and young children. Your work will help ensure children receive the nutrition they need while maintaining a clean, organised, and safe kitchen environment.
This is a full time, Monday - Friday role.
You will:
Assist with preparing healthy, nutritious meals and snacks for babies and children under 5
Help with food preparation, serving, and portioning meals
Wash dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment
Maintain a clean, organised, and hygienic kitchen environment
Follow food safety and hygiene standards
Support stock organisation and kitchen supplies
Work closely with the nursery team to ensure children receive the best care and nutrition
Why Join Newpark Childcare?
We believe in looking after our team as well as our children. When you join Newpark, you become part of a friendly, supportive workplace where your contribution is recognised and valued.
Our benefits include:
£14. 80per hour
Paid lunch breaks
Healthcare Cash Plan – claim money back on healthcare costs
Free virtual GP access
Access to the mProve YOURSELF wellbeing app
Excellent career progression opportunities
Extra holiday for great attendance – up to 4 additional days per year
Loyalty bonuses for length of service (£250–£1,000)
Special recognition gifts at 7 and 10 years’ service
Monthly “Outstanding Newparker” recognition awards
Employee referral bonuses (up to £1,000)
Shopping discounts and vouchers
Season Ticket Loan
Family-friendly benefits include:
10% childcare discount (subject to availability)
Workplace Nursery Scheme
Interest-free childcare deposit loan
Cycle Scheme and Tech Scheme
Workplace pension
Staff parties and social events
A genuinely supportive team and approachable managers
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who enjoys working around children and understands the importance of hygiene, nutrition, and teamwork in a nursery environment.
You will ideally have:
Previous kitchen or food preparation experience (preferred)
Fluent English (essential)
A Level 2 Food Safety Certificate (preferred – training can be provided)
A positive, reliable, and hardworking attitude
Good communication and teamwork skills
A flexible approach to supporting the kitchen team
Commitment to safeguarding and protecting children
Join Our Team
At Newpark Childcare, your work helps children develop healthy habits that can last a lifetime. If you’re looking for a role where your contribution is appreciated and meaningful, we’d love you to join us.
Newpark Childcare is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding children, therefore all applicants will be carefully vetted and subject to reference and suitability checks, including DBS enhanced disclosure.
