Early Years Assistant (Lunch Cover)

Company: Grandir UK
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Location: Exeter
Job Description:

Nursery Assistant (Lunch Cover) – Kiddi Caru Sowton Day Nursery, Exeter

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

Hours of work: 11am-3pm daily, 20 hours per week

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.

  • 33 days annual leave including bank holidays (3 days used during the Christmas shutdown period)
  • Christmas and New Year shutdown
  • Flexible working options available
  • Big 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

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, 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 is located in the Exeter Business Park, conveniently situated off Junction 30 of the M5. We have a large car park making drop‑off and collection easy for families working in the business park or the surrounding area.

What Will You 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 Well‑being 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
  • Well‑being 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&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

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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Posted: July 10th, 2026