Lunchtime Assistant
Location: Salisbury
Hours: 10:30am – 2:30pm (20 hours over 5 days)
Salary: Up to £13.01 per hour
ABOUT US:
We don’t mean to brag... but we’re kind of a big deal!
Finkley Hudson's Field Nursery is part of the Attraction Nurseries family — a growing childcare group delivering high-quality early years education across the UK.
At our Salisbury setting, we create a nurturing, engaging environment where children can explore, learn, and grow every single day.
In short, we help children have the best possible start in life — supporting families and creating meaningful experiences along the way
Our ethos says it all:
✨ Happy Children. Happy Parents. Happy Staff.
That’s where you come in...
The Benefits (The Stuff That Matters)
· In House Qualification Scheme— earn an additional +30p per hour- increase your hourly rate through WOW moments, planning & checklists
· Up to Generous holiday + your birthday of
· volunteer day — support a charity of your choice
· 50% childcare discount
· Wellbeing support (Health Assured + attendance rewards)
· 100 + training courses + SENCO
· Free uniform & DBS
· Referral bonuses up to £750
· Free family access to Finkley Down Farm and Solstice Play
THE ROLE:
We’re looking for a friendly, caring Lunchtime Assistant to support our team during one of the most important parts of the day — mealtimes and transitions.
This isn’t just “supervision”.
You’ll play a key role in:
✔️ Supporting children’s independence
✔️ Creating a calm, positive lunchtime experience
✔️ Helping children feel safe, settled, and cared for
You’ll be responsible for:
Lunchtime Supervision:
Supporting children during meals and encouraging good table manners
Creating a calm, positive, and engaging mealtime environment
Helping children feel comfortable and confident during lunch
Supporting children with allergies safely and correctly
Assisting with feeding, weaning, or bottles where needed
Ensuring smooth transitions between lunch and the next activity
Childcare Support:
Delivering safe, meaningful activities while practitioners are on breaks
Supporting children with routines and transitions
Encouraging independence (handwashing, self-feeding, dressing)
Providing comfort and reassurance where needed
Sharing any concerns with the team
Health, Hygiene & Safety:
Supporting personal care routines before and after meals
Keeping environments clean, safe, and organised
Following all health & safety and allergy procedures
Reporting any accidents, incidents, or safeguarding concerns
Maintaining confidentiality at all times
Team & Development:
Working collaboratively with the team
Supporting a positive, energetic environment
Attending training and meetings where required
Following and promoting nursery values and standards
WHY THIS ROLE IS AWESOME:
Is this the BEST part-time role out there?
We think it might be…
✨ Perfect hours — ideal for work-life balance
✨ Meaningful work — make a real difference every day
✨ Supportive team — friendly, welcoming environment
✨ Great stepping stone — ideal if you want to grow into childcare
PLUS: you’ll be part of a team that genuinely cares — about children and each other
THE PERFECT CANDIDATE:
You are:
✨ Warm, friendly, and approachable
✨ Great with children and enjoy supporting their development
✨ Reliable and happy to get stuck in
✨ Calm and positive in a busy environment
✨ A team player with a great attitude
Bonus if you:
✔️ Have experience working with children (not essential!)
✔️ Are interested in progressing into a childcare role
And you read this thinking:
“This sounds perfect for me!”
⏰ WHAT YOUR DAY MIGHT LOOK LIKE:
☀️ 10:30am – Arrive, settle in, prep for lunchtime
11:30am – Support children during meals
12:00pm – Encourage conversation and independence
12:30pm – Support transitions (toileting, handwashing, rest/play)
1:00pm – Supervise play or quiet activities
2:00pm – Support team handover and tidy up
2:30pm – Head home!
Short, rewarding days where you make a real impact.
THE DETAILS:
Salisbury
20 hours per week (10:30am – 2:30pm, Monday–Friday)
Up to £13.01 per hour
YOUR NEXT STEPS:
If you’re looking for a role where you:
✔️ Make a difference
✔️ Work with a supportive team
✔️ Have great hours and benefits
Apply now
We keep things simple and move quickly.
✨ Friendly. Supportive. No fuss.
Good luck
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