Nursery Assistant

Grandir UK Limited; Exeter; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave incl. bank hols

Christmas and New Year shutdown

Flexible working options

£500 refer a friend bonus

Company pension scheme

Sick Pay from day 1

Life assurance 18–65

Ofsted-accredited nurseries

Enhanced family benefits: 12 weeks 100

Job summary

Kiddi Caru Exeter, part of Grandir UK, is seeking a caring Nursery Assistant to join our team. You will support and inspire young children, help with daily activities and create a welcoming, safe environment.

We offer 35 days holiday including bank holidays, regular pay reviews, a company pension, sickness pay from day 1 and progression opportunities in a child-centred workplace. DBS check is required for the role.

Qualifications

• Caring and enthusiastic about children
• Ability to supervise and support children at all times
• Willingness to follow company policies and training requirements

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 with children, parents, visitors and colleagues
• Attend regular staff meetings and training as required

Job description

Nursery Assistant

Kiddi Caru Exeter

Part of Grandir UK

Salary £22,568 to £26,436 per year (depending on experience and qualifications, with regular pay reviews)

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

Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Exeter 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 Grandir UK

At Kiddi Caru, you 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

35 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

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

About Our Nursery

We are proud to be a five-star RHS-certified nursery! This reflects our commitment to excellence in early childhood education and outdoor learning.

Our distinction in Eco-Schools also showcases our dedication to sustainability and environmental awareness, as we actively promote eco-friendly practices within our nursery community.

Our nursery received a ‘Good’ rating across all areas of criteria in our last Ofsted inspection. All our nurseries are proudly accredited by Ofsted, following their guidelines to ensure we provide the best care and support for every child.

Location

Our lovely nursery can be found in the Exeter Business Park, conveniently located off Junction 30 of the M5. We are a great option for all families whether you work in the business park or coming to the local area from surrounding areas. We have a large car park making drop-off and collection easy.

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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