Nursery Assistant

Grandir UK Limited; Aldershot; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 33 days

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Refer a friend bonus

Flexible working

Sick pay from day 1

Job summary

Pippa's House Nursery in Aldershot is seeking a caring Nursery Assistant to join our team. You will supervise and support children, helping them thrive while following our policies and safeguarding standards. The role offers regular pay reviews and career progression in a supportive, child-focused environment.

Salary £10.85-£12.71 per hour (depending on experience with regular reviews). Benefits include 33 days annual leave, pension, life assurance, sick pay from day 1, and a comprehensive

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support children at all times
• Prepare and supervise activities under the guidance of Level 3 qualified practitioners
• Contribute to maintaining an attractive and welcoming environment for the children
• Read, understand and implement all company policies, procedures and operational practices
• Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, visitors and colleagues
• Attend regular staff meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required

Job description

Pippa's House Nursery, 1 Ivy Rd, Aldershot GU12 4TX, UK

Job Description

Posted Monday 3 August 2026 at 05:00

Nursery Assistant

Pippa’s House Nursery in Aldershot

Part of Grandir UK

Salary (£10.85-£12.71) (depending on experience and qualifications with regular pay reviews)

Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.

OurPippa’s House NurseryinAldershot is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join our team. You will play a key role in caring for, supporting and inspiring our children, encouraging curiosity and helping them thrive every day.

Why You’ll Love Working at Pippa’s House

AtPippa’s Houseyou will be part of a welcoming and supportive team who genuinely care about one another. We create a positive working environment where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to grow.

Core Benefits

33 days annual leave including bank holidays, with 3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period

Christmas and New Year shutdown

Flexible working options available

£500 refer a friend bonus

Company pension scheme with employer contributions

Statutory Sick Pay from day 1

Life assurance for employees aged 18 to 65

Certified Great Place to Work, voted for by our current colleagues

About Our Nursery

Our facilities

Our day nursery offers thoughtfully designed spaces, including a cosy reading corner, that support children’s learning, play and well-being. Each of our rooms is tailored to specific ages and stages of development.

Our large garden is safely designed and well-resourced to support children’s play, exploration and well-being. Children are encouraged to explore through active play, with access to creative equipment, sand and water that support physical development and curiosity.

Activities

Children enjoy a variety of activities that enhance their curiosity and creativity. Sessions include messy play, music and movement through fun Boogie Mites sessions, crafts, and creative arts, helping children develop motor skills, social confidence and self-expression.

Our nursery is situated in the heart of Aldershot, a friendly town with a vibrant community, plenty of green spaces and fantastic amenities for families. Close to Belle Vue Road and Ivy Road, the nursery provides easy access for families from nearby areas including Ash Vale, Fleet and Guildford. The site is well connected, with local bus routes and Aldershot train station nearby,

What you will be doing

Supervise and support children at all times

Prepare and supervise activities under the guidance of Level 3 qualified practitioners

Contribute to maintaining an attractive and welcoming environment for the children

Read, understand and implement all company policies, procedures and operational practices

Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, visitors and colleagues

Attend regular staff meetings, planning meetings and undertake training as required

Enhanced Family and Wellbeing Benefits

Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 percent for the first 12 weeks

Paternity leave paid at 100 percent for 4 weeks

Parental bereavement leave up to 4 weeks paid

Compassionate leave up to 2 weeks paid

Miscarriage leave up to 2 weeks paid

Wellbeing Day, an extra day off just for you

The Grand Event, up to an additional week of annual leave to attend a significant life event after 2 years’ service

Even More Benefits

Employee benefits portal with hundreds of retail discounts including ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M and S and major supermarkets

24 hour remote GP appointments

• Dayforce Wallet - gives you the ability to access a portion of your earned pay before your normal payday.

Medical cashback for dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies

Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year, with May dedicated to celebrating our teams

Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities

Sustainability focus with Carbon Literacy trained teams and Eco Schools accreditation

Grandir UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check is required for this role and will be carried out by our approved third party provider.

We are an equal opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. To support our recruitment process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. These tools help us manage applications efficiently, and all hiring decisions are made by our team.

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Pippa's House Nursery, 1 Ivy Rd, Aldershot GU12 4TX, UK