Nursery Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 35 days

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Flexible working

Refer a friend £500

Wellbeing/leave benefits

Job summary

Grandir UK Limited's Pippa’s House Day Nursery in Weybridge is seeking a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join our team. You will supervise and support children, assist with activities and contribute to a safe, stimulating environment that helps each child thrive.

You will work under Level 3 qualified practitioners and follow all company policies and procedures. We offer 35 days annual leave, flexible working, a generous pension, enhanced family and wellbeing benefits and genuine

Qualifications

• Caring and enthusiastic Early Years Assistant
• Able to work with Level 3 qualified practitioners
• Commitment to safeguarding and child welfare
• Read, understand and implement all company policies, procedures and practices
• Attend regular staff meetings and training requirements

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support children at all times
• Prepare and supervise activities under guidance of Level 3 practitioners
• Contribute to maintaining a welcoming environment for 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 undertake training as required

Skills

Caring

Communication

Team player

Flexible

Education

Level 3 Childcare qualification

Job description

Nursery Assistant

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 Day NurseryinWeybridgeis looking for a caring and enthusiastic Early Years 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 House, Weybridgeyou 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

About Our Nursery

Our Facilities

Each of our spaces is thoughtfully designed to support children’s learning, development and well-being throughout their nursery journey.

Outdoor learning is a key part of daily life at Pippa’s House Esher, with spacious green grounds encouraging exploration, creativity, confidence and a love of nature through activities such as climbing, digging and outdoor storytelling.

Activities

Children enjoy engaging activities including Move & Groove, Make & Bake and our Sow & Grow programme, all designed to support learning and development through play.

Community Outings

Planned outings help children explore the world around them while building confidence and social skills.

Location and Travel

Our flourishing day nursery is set within the beautiful grounds of Sandown Park Racecourse, conveniently located for families in Esher, Cobham, Hinchley Wood and the surrounding Surrey area. Surrounded by open green space yet easily accessible, the location makes drop-offs and pick-ups simple for families.

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.