Dinner Assistant

Dinner Assistant – Day Nursery

Willows Farm Day Nursery | Part of Farm Day Nurseries

Part-time | Permanent | 15 hours per week | Monday–Friday, 3pm–6pm

? Looking for a part-time role that fits around family life?

We have an exciting opportunity for a caring and enthusiastic Dinner Assistant to join our team at Willows Farm Day Nursery, our unique 188-place nursery based onsite at the award-winning Willows Farm.

This is a hands-on role working directly with children during their dinner period. You'll help make mealtimes enjoyable, support children who need assistance with eating, and help keep our rooms clean, tidy and welcoming.

This is not a kitchen-based role – you'll be spending your time with the children and supporting your nursery colleagues.

? What will you be doing?

? Helping serve meals and snacks to the children
? Supporting younger children and those who need help with eating
? Encouraging positive and enjoyable mealtime experiences
? Cleaning and tidying after meals
? Supporting colleagues and helping ensure the smooth running of the rooms

? What are we looking for?

• Previous hands-on childcare experience, ideally in a nursery, school or similar setting
• A genuine passion for working with children
• A caring, patient and positive approach
• Someone reliable, enthusiastic and happy to get involved
• An understanding of children's individual needs and routines

? Why join Farm Day Nurseries?

? 50% off childcare, including Holiday Camp, from day one
? Free family pass to Willows Farm, worth up to £600 per year
? Free lunches and drinks every day
? Wellbeing ambassadors across our settings
? WPA healthcare benefits, including a 24/7 helpline, private GP appointments and money back on eligible healthcare expenses
? 28 days' annual holiday, increasing with service up to 33 days
? Refer-a-friend bonus of up to £500 per referral, with no limit
? Free uniform, including an outdoor coat
? Training and development opportunities
? Open-door management policy
? Staff outings, celebrations, awards and length-of-service gifts
? Monthly staff lotteries and Employee of the Month
? Enhanced NEST pension scheme
? Cycle to Work scheme and free parking

? Important – please read before applying

This is a permanent, all-year-round position, not term-time only.

Hours are Monday to Friday, 3pm–6pm (15 hours per week). You must be able to commit to these hours throughout the year, including school holidays.

If you enjoy working with children and are looking for a rewarding part-time role within a friendly and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you!

Willows Farm Day Nursery – Doing what's best for children and our staff.

Farm Day Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.