Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a proud family-run business as an Early Years Educator, where childcare is seen as a profession, not just a job. This role offers a dynamic environment, encouraging personal growth and development. With beautiful outdoor play areas and a commitment to fostering a supportive culture, you’ll play a vital role in shaping young minds. Enjoy benefits like free meals, accredited training, and a dedicated wellbeing package. If you're passionate about making a difference in children's lives and want to be part of a winning team, this is the opportunity for you!

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks

Accredited training with the KP Academy

Enhanced maternity, paternity, fertility and adoption leave

Regular staff rewards

Team appreciation events

Long service awards

Dedicated wellbeing package

Highly discounted childcare

A day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• Must be Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS and extensive knowledge of safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and engage children through creative and educational activities.
• Promote a safe and nurturing environment for children.

Skills

Level 2 qualification in early years

Understanding of EYFS

Knowledge of safeguarding

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years

Job description

We are currently looking for an Early Years Educator at Kids Planet Walton on Thames, previously known as Perfect Start.

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be!

Whilst all our settings are different, they all share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a princess one day to astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!

Why become an Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Walton on Thames?

• The nursery has some amazing features, including beautiful outdoor play areas

• Private Car park for drop off and pick up for parents

• 10 minute walk to Walton On Thames town

• Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!

• Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.

What’s in it for you?

• Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.

• Accredited training with the KP Academy.

• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave.

• Regular staff rewards.

• Team appreciation events.

• Long service awards.

• Dedicated wellbeing package.

• Highly discounted childcare.

• A day off for your birthday.

An Early Years Educator at Kids Planet Walton on Thames gets:

• Competitive salary.

• Pension plan.

• Annual leave including bank holidays.

• Monday to Friday.

What an Early Years Educator needs:

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

• Excellent understanding of EYFS.

• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding.

Like the sound of joining our family?

Apply today to be an Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Walton on Thames!

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. We expect all staff and volunteers to 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.