Casual Worker

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Grandir UK is hiring a Casual Worker for Silks Farm Day Nursery in the Huntingdon area to support early years in a Good Ofsted rated setting with 7 acres of outdoor space. In this Early Years Assistant role you will model positive practice, supervise and support children, help plan activities with Level 3 practitioners and ensure policy adherence and safeguarding. The most important qualities are warmth, reliability and teamwork, plus a genuine interest in child development. An enhanced DBS is required and in-house training will be provided. To apply, tailor your CV to show childcare experience, flexible availability and enthusiasm for outdoor learning. AI screening may be used.

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Nursery Casual worker
Silks Farm Day Nursery
Part of Grandir UK
Join a supportive, child focused nursery offering strong benefits, flexible working and genuine career progression.
Our Silks Farm in Huntingdon is 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.


About Our Nursery


Our Silks Farm Day Nursery and Preschool in the Huntingdon area offers an array of exceptional features that contribute to our high-quality childcare. These include 7 acres of scenic land, open and bright playrooms, Forest School sessions, and a team of longstanding, highly qualified staff dedicated to each child’s development and happiness.


Ofsted
We are proud of our ‘Good’ Ofsted rating, which reflects our commitment to providing a secure learning environment and supporting every child’s progress and development.


7 Acres of Outdoor Space
Our outdoor environment is designed to allow free-flow access throughout the day. Children can explore our much-loved forest nature trail and enjoy the benefits of outdoor learning.


Forest School Area
We are passionate about Forest School principals and incorporate them into daily activities within our dedicated outdoor learning space.


Chef On-Site
Our on-site chef prepares nutritious and delicious meals each day, carefully catering to all dietary requirements and allergies.


Location


Set in rural Cambridgeshire, we are located between Somersham village and St Ives retail park, near Cuckoobridge Farm Shop. The nursery is easily accessible by car and offers ample parking.


What will you be doing


Provide a positive practice role model to ensure that Grandir UK values are maintained


Ensure that equality of access and opportunity is afforded to all staff, parents and children


Supervise and support children at all times


Contribute to maintaining an attractive and welcoming environment


Prepare andsupervise activities under the guidance of Level 3 qualified Practitioners


Read, understand and implement all company policies, procedures and operational practices


Ensure that any changes to policies, procedures and operational practices are adhered to within the required timescale


Ensure that practice and provision in the nursery meets the requirements of the Early Years Foundation stage


Notify your line manager of any concerns or issues regarding company policies, procedures and operational practices


Maintain a positive attitude at all times with children, parents, visitors and work colleagues


Ensure confidentiality, where appropriate, is maintained


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


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.


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.


Apply today. We review applications as they are received and may close the role early.

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