Nursery Assistant – Lunch Cover
Part of Grandir UKKiddi Caru Sowton Day Nursery in Exeter
Salary: £10.85–£12.71 per hour (depending on experience and qualifications, with regular pay reviews)
Hours of work: 11 am – 3 pm (daily) = 20 hours per week
We are looking for a caring and enthusiastic Nursery Assistant to join our supportive, child‑focused nursery. 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 Kiddi Caru
At Kiddi Caru Sowton 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
- 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
- Large childcare discount
- £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
Enhanced Family & Wellbeing Benefits
- Maternity and adoption leave paid at 100 % for the first 12 weeks
- Paternity leave paid at 100 % 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 retail discounts (e.g., ASOS, gym memberships, cinema, M&S and major supermarkets)
- 24‑hour remote GP appointments
- 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
About Our Nursery
We are proud to be a five‑star RHS‑certified nursery, reflecting our commitment to excellence in early childhood education and outdoor learning.
Our distinction in Eco‑Schools showcases our dedication to sustainability and environmental awareness.
Our nursery received a ‘Good’ rating across all areas of the last Ofsted inspection. All our nurseries are accredited by Ofsted, following their guidelines to ensure we provide the best care and support for every child.
Location
Our nursery is located in the Exeter Business Park, conveniently off Junction 30 of the M5. With a large car park, drop‑off and collection is easy.
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
Safeguarding
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.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal‑opportunity employer and recruit based on merit. We may use AI‑assisted tools for tasks such as application screening and reference checks. All hiring decisions are made by our team.
Apply today. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early.
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