Childcare Assistant

Job description

Childcare Assistant

The Lensbury, Broom Rd, Teddington, Middlesex, TW11 9NU

About usPart of London + Regional Hotels, The Lensbury Resort is located on the Banks of the River Thames at Teddington and is home to an exclusive leisure club, a 155 bedroom hotel, meeting and events space, restaurant and bar, Spa and 25 acres of gardens and grounds.

The RoleAs a qualified Crèche Assistant, you will be responsible for creating a safe, welcoming and engaging setting for our youngest members. This includes supervising play, supporting children's wellbeing, maintaining high standards of care, and ensuring all safeguarding and health & safety procedures are followed.

Schedule: 08.45-12.45 on Saturdays and Sundays.

Key Responsibilities

Ensure a safe environment is provided for all Crèche users, offering appropriate social, creative, and fun activities.

Assist with basic administrative tasks such as registers and equipment checks.

Follow all Crèche policies, safeguarding procedures, and behaviour management guidelines.

Maintain confidentiality in line with safeguarding and Data Protection regulations.

Report any welfare concerns to the Junior Activities Coordinator or the designated Child Welfare Officer.

Adhere to all health and safety regulations and club policies.

Maintain a clean, safe, and hazard-free environment.

Be fully trained and prepared for emergency and evacuation procedures.

Deliver excellent customer service in line with Lensbury standards.

Communicate professionally and warmly with parents, guardians, and colleagues.

Carry out additional duties as required.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Level 2 Childcare qualification required (Level 3 desirable).

Previous experience in a similar environment.

A genuine passion for creating great experiences for children and their families.

A friendly, calm and approachable nature, with the ability to act quickly and effectively.

Paediatric First Aid (or willingness to complete).

Safeguarding training (or willingness to complete).

Benefits

Discounts at The Lensbury and across the L+R Hotels portfolio.

Use of some leisure facilities; including gym & swimming pool.

EAP with 24/7 helpline for you and your family.

Benefits portal with Hospitality Rewards, offering discounts across major brands.

Team Member Awards and Social events throughout the year.

Free meals whilst on duty and free parking.

Cycle to work scheme.

Refer a Friend programme.

Paid annual leave of 28 days including public holidays (pro-rata).

Opportunities for professional development and training.

A vibrant, supportive team culture in a stunning riverside location.

Job Ref : TLH1381

Branch : The Lensbury

Location : Teddington

Salary/Benefits : £5080 per annum

Contract type : Permanent

Hours : Part Time

Shift pattern : 8.45-12.45

Hours per week : 8

Date posted : 19/03/2026

Closing date : 02/05/2026

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Teddington

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Home Care Jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English