Lunchtime Teaching Assistant - Reading

Job Title: Nursery Lunch Cover
Location: Kilnbrook House Rose Kiln Lane Reading RG2 0BY
Salary: Up to 14 per hour
Hours:4-day and 5-day working options
Reports to:Room Leader/Nursery Manager

What Youll Be Doing

Be All In:You bringcommitmentto creating a calm safe and nurturing lunchtime experience ensuring children are well cared for and supported during this important part of their day.

Come Together:You contribute throughcollaboration working closely with colleagues and leadership to maintain routines respond to childrens needs and uphold a positive team culture.

Be Yourself:You demonstrateself-awarenessin your interactions adapting your approach to suit individual children and reflecting on how your support impacts their wellbeing.

Go Further:You showambitionby taking pride in your role seeking ways to improve lunchtime routines and contributing to the overall quality of care and education.

Benefits & Perks

Financial Rewards: Salaries that match or exceed industry standards reviewed annually. Includes performance-related bonuses and a 500 referral bonus.

Incredible Incentives: Regular events like our annual Christmas Party and Summer BBQ plus daily lunches with a variety of options; completely free!

Career Growth Opportunities: Targeted talent mapping professional development programmes and 1-to-1 coaching to help youGo Furtherin your role.

Loyalty Rewards: Yearly increases in annual leave and recognition for your commitment through theFennies Club gift cards and commemorative plaques celebrating your length of service and ourBe All Inspirit.

Well-being Focus: Access to our BUPA Employee Assistance Programme for 24/7 mental health and wellbeing support up to 33 days of annual leave and childcare discounts available depending on your role.

What You Bring

Passion for Early Years Education:A genuine love for working with children and a commitment to providing the best start in life.

Knowledge of EYFS:A solid understanding of child development the Birth to 5 Matters framework and the EYFS curriculum.

Qualified & Experienced:A Level 2/3 qualification in Childcare and a minimum grade C/4 in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).

Build Strong Relationships:Form bonds with children and their families ensuring each child feels secure and supported.

Team Player:Excellent communication skills the ability to give and receive feedback and a positive proactive approach.

Diversity & Inclusion:

At Fennies we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. A diverse workforce brings a wealth of perspectives driving innovation and excellence. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Fennies Nurseries is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced criminal record check and proof of identity will be line with Safer Recruitment and Keeping Everyone Safe we also carry out online searches for all shortlisted candidates including Google and Social Media checks. Any relevant information found may be discussed during the interview process.

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