Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run nursery group in Knutsford is seeking an Early Years Educator. You will be responsible for providing exceptional care and education in line with EYFS guidelines. The ideal candidate should have a Level 2 qualification in early years and a strong understanding of safeguarding. This role offers competitive salary, benefits, and a nurturing workplace culture.

Benefits

Free meals and snacks

Enhanced leave for family matters

80% Childcare Discount

Long service awards

Take the day off on your birthday

Accredited training through KP Academy

Friendly central support team

Qualifications

• Must be Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Strong understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Offer exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS.
• Work collaboratively with the team to create a caring environment.
• Build trusting relationships with families through open communication.

Skills

Understanding of EYFS

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years

Job description

Early Years Educator

• Posting date: 26 November 2025
• Salary: £25,714 to £25,923 per year
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 26 December 2025
• Location: WA16 8HY
• Remote working: On-site only
• Company: Kids Planet Day Nurseries
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: Early Years Educator Knutsford

Summary

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day?

Kids Planet is a proud family‑run business. We do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

Join Kids Planet Knutsford as an Early Years Educator! We’re now looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet Knutsford?

• Purpose built building with onsite parking
• The team is very well established
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running
• 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply

What we offer our Early Years Educators:

• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!
• Accredited training through our KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
• Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Take the day off on your birthday – it’s all about you!
• Competitive salary, pension plan and enhanced holiday allowance.
• Friendly central support team always on hand to help.

How you’ll make a difference as an Early Years Educator:

• By offering exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS, supporting and meeting the unique needs of each child in your care.
• Through working supportively and collaboratively with your team to create a caring, playful environment for every child.
• By building warm, trusting relationships with families through kind, open communication.

What an Early Years Educator needs:

• Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• A strong understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Knutsford.

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

We embrace everyone. Our goal is to create a truly inclusive culture and diverse workforce. We break down barriers so you can be your authentic self and flourish!

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well‑being of children and young people. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. All staff and volunteers must uphold this commitment, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role. All colleagues are required to complete regular training to ensure they understand and fulfil their responsibilities. A Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate is mandatory for all positions, and this role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.