At a Glance
- Tasks: Support children with additional needs and create engaging activities in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Join Kiddi Caru, a supportive nursery focused on child development and well-being.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days annual leave, flexible hours, and generous childcare discounts.
- Other info: Work in a picturesque location with strong sustainability values and excellent team support.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while growing your career in a rewarding field.
- Qualifications: Experience with children and a passion for early years education.
The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.
Early Years Nursery Assistant – Kiddi Caru, Hanham
Salary max £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.
The Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Hanham is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Early Years Assistant to play a key role supporting a child requiring additional support (1-1) and caring for, supporting and inspiring our children.
Hours: 30x hours on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday. Additional working hours can be discussed on initial call.
- Core Responsibilities
- Act as liaison between parents and staff regarding each child’s day.
- Ensure children are supervised, supported and comfortable throughout the day.
- Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities.
- Ensure Individual Education Plans (IEPs) are in place and followed.
- Collect, record and update relevant information for children with SEND.
- Keep up to date with initiatives and best practice.
- Complete all relevant training.
- Help maintain an attractive and welcoming environment.
- Follow all company policies, procedures and operational practices.
- Maintain a positive attitude with children, parents, visitors and colleagues.
- Attend staff meetings, planning sessions and required training.
- Location and Travel
Located near Hanham Methodist Church in a picturesque eco village near Hanham Hall.
Surrounded by green spaces, local parks, with close access to the local high street and ring road.
Convenient café and gym next door.
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.
- Generous 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 by current colleagues).
- 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 after 2 years’ service.
- 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 (dental treatment, physiotherapy and alternative therapies).
- Recognition, rewards and team celebrations throughout the year.
- Tailored in-house training and genuine progression opportunities.
- Strong sustainability focus, including Carbon Literacy training 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.
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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SEND Nursery Assistant employer: Grandir UK
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery, part of Grandir UK, is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and growth of both its staff and the children they care for. Located in Chelmsford, the nursery offers flexible working hours, generous leave, and a childcare discount, fostering a supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional development. Join us to make a meaningful impact in early education while enjoying a rewarding career in a nurturing environment.
