Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Stretton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

KP Academy training

Enhanced family leave

Wellbeing goodies

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Job summary

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited is seeking an Early Years Educator for our Stretton setting. Join a passionate, family-run organisation focused on giving every child the best start in a nurturing environment.

You’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality early years education in line with EYFS guidelines, safeguarding children, and supporting families with open, caring communication. Training and wellbeing initiatives are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 2 Early Years qualification and a strong understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive safeguarding knowledge and commitment to child welfare.
• Ability to work in a caring, collaborative team to support every child’s development.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care and education in line with EYFS.
• Support and adapt to the needs of each child through play and learning activities.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with families through open communication.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

Childcare experience

Education

Level 2 Early Years Qualification

Job description

Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.

A strong understanding of EYFS.

Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

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 Stretton 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 Stretton?

• Ofsted Outstanding nursery
• Udeskole accreditation
• Set in a beautiful Victorian building
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• 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 awesome 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.