Fennies Day Nurseries Ltd
Lunchtime Teaching Assistant
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Lunchtime Teaching Assistant
Location
Fennies, Oxted
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: Up to £14 per hour
- Opportunity to earn a performance-related bonus -часовая оплата отдохнем бою за слубе**: £500 referral bonus**
- Discount on childcare fees
- Strong work-life balance (consistent weekday hours)
- 20 days’ annual leave (increasing by 1 day per year of service) + bank holidays
- Wellbeing benefits including BUPA support
- Access to free daily meals from Fennies Café
- Company events (Summer BBQs, Christmas parties)
- Recognition through Fennies Club long-service awards
Role Overview
Make a meaningful difference in a child’s day. Fennies’ Lunchtime Teaching Assistants help create a safe, calm, and enjoyable environment during lunchtime – one of the most significant parts of a young child’s day.
Perfect for those seeking flexible work, a return to childcare, or a career in early years.
Responsibilities
As a Lunchtime Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support children during mealtimes, promoting independence and positive eating habits
- Foster a calm, nurturing environment during lunch transitions
- Assist adults with indoor/outdoor supervision of children
- Attend to children’s wellbeing, comfort, and emotional needs
- Collaborate with the team to maintain routines securely and safely
- Uphold strict safeguarding, health, safety, and hygiene standards
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This role is deeply rewarding—real impact on a child’s daily experience.
Requirements
Key Qualities We Seek
While no prior nursery experience is required (training provided), you need:
- A genuine passion for working with children
- Friendly, patient, and supportive approach
- Ability to thrive as part of a team
- Reliability and enthusiasm for learning new skills
Optional (Desirable)
- Some formal or informal experience with children
- Basic knowledge of child development or early years (but not essential)
Most Valuable Attributes
Bring kindness, enthusiasm, and a positive attitude to change kids’ lunchtimes—and their days—for the better.
##About Fennies Fennies is family-owned and -run, shaping our culture, values, and vision for quality early years education. Our People Promise drives an ambitious, passionate, and supportive workplace built on three pillars:
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- Be Yourself – Celebrate individuality
- Come Together – Strengthen community
- Be All In – Fully commit to your role and team
- Go Further – Grow with opportunities for development
You’ll help craft exceptional nurseries because you’re part of our Bright Future—quality education starts with our educators, culture, and environments.
How to Join
Fennies’ friendly Talent Team is ready to answer questions—about the role, or life at Fennies in general.
Contact Us:
- Phone: 0208 770 3222
- Email: recruitment@fennies.com
Applying is easy: Go to Our Contact Page
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Fennies, diverse and inclusive teams create stronger learning communities. We champion equity for all, ensuring everyone feels valued and empowered.
Safeguarding
Fennies is committed to safeguarding and upholding children’s welfare.
- All successful candidates must:
- Complete an enhanced DBS check
- Provide proof of identity
- Online searches (including social media) may be conducted during shortlisting
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