Join a vibrant team where every lunchtime is an opportunity to thrive
Are you a calm, caring, and enthusiastic individual looking for a meaningful part-time role in a nurturing setting that values your unique contribution?
Lanterns Nursery School is a truly special place. Making a meaningful difference to young children and their families is deeply embedded in our DNA. As one of only three Headteacher-led Maintained Nursery Schools in Hampshire, we offer a nurturing, high-quality environment supported by a wonderful team. We are looking for a dedicated professional to join our friendly, forward-thinking lunchtime team.
Why Lanterns?
- A Culture of Inclusion: Everyone is welcome here. Our children naturally embrace diversity, and you will play a key role in supporting all children during the lunchtime period, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEND).
- A Supportive Team: You will work alongside passionate, determined people who look after one another. We recognise that supporting each other is exactly what enables us to do our best work for our families.
- Professional Growth: No prior experience in a school kitchen or nursery is required, full training will be provided to help you succeed and feel confident in your role.
The Role: Impact, Care, and Connection
As a Lunchtime Supervisory Assistant, you are a vital part of ensuring our children remain happy, healthy, and safe during an important part of their day. Your daily responsibilities will include:
- Nurturing Independence: Assisting and supervising children while they eat, promoting positive behaviour and self-help skills.
- Playful Initiative: Engaging in joyful, playful experiences with children during the lunchtime period.
- Kitchen and Dining Care: Preparing and serving food, setting up and clearing tables and chairs, and washing up to keep our environment clean and welcoming.
What You’ll Bring
- A Warm Rapport: The natural ability to build positive relationships with young children and connect with colleagues.
- Flexibility and Initiative: A positive, "can-do" attitude with the willingness to step up, use your initiative, and adapt flexibly to the changing needs of the day.
- Reliability: A punctual, dependable approach to working within a busy, collaborative team environment.
What We Can Offer You
- Hampshire County Council Benefits: Competitive pay conditions, family-friendly policies, and term-time only working.
- Employee Support: Access to the Employee Support Hub, including confidential counselling and health advice.
- A Joyful Environment: A workplace filled with children who have an infectious enthusiasm for life.
Ready to see what makes us different? Check out our website or come and visit.
Applications are reviewed upon receipt, and we will contact successful candidates for interview ASAP.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a sufficient number of applications are received.
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
Application Procedure
An application pack can be found on our school website or please send an email to .
Lanterns Nursery School and Extended Services and Hampshire County Council are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £7,085.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
