Lunchtime Cover Assistant (2-Year-Old Room)
Location: Midsomer Norton Primary School
Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only + Training time
Hours: Monday – Friday, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm (7.5 hours per week)
Salary: Full-Time Equivalent (FTE): £24,796.00 – £26,403.00
Actual Pro-Rata Salary: £4,414.80 – £4,700.91 per annum
About the Role
Are you looking for a rewarding role that fits perfectly around your existing commitments? We are seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and dependable Lunchtime Cover Assistant to join our dedicated team in our vibrant 2-year-old room.
Two is a magical age full of curiosity, rapid growth, and joyful discovery! In this role, you will play a key part in making lunchtime a happy, calm, and nurturing experience for our young learners.
Key Responsibilities
Fostering Healthy Habits: Help create a warm, family-style dining environment, encouraging toddlers to try foods, learn mealtime manners, and build independence.
Play & Exploration: Transition children smoothly from lunch to outdoor or indoor play, supporting their social interactions and imagination.
Nurturing Care: Provide a safe, welcoming, and reassuring presence during a busy time of the nursery day.
About You
Passionate & Caring: You have a genuine love for working with young children and understand the unique needs of two-year-olds.
A Team Player: Reliable, patient, and keen to foster a positive, fun environment.
Qualifications: A childcare qualification (e.g., Level 2 or Level 3 in Early Years) is an advantage, but not essential—what matters most is your warm attitude and dedication!
Why Join Us?
Ideal Hours: Perfect if you are looking for short, reliable daily shifts that fit around school runs or other commitments.
A Supportive Environment: Work alongside a passionate, friendly team who put children at the heart of everything they do.
How to Apply
If you’d like to make a real difference in the lives of our youngest children every day, we would love to hear from you!
Interview date -
Morning of 30th July
