Early Years Teacher

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Knowsley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery organization in Knowsley is seeking a Qualified Early Years Teacher to join their passionate team. Your role will involve delivering high-quality education and building partnerships with families to support children's development. Successful candidates will have a strong commitment to safeguarding and the required qualifications. Apply now for this opportunity.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks

Accredited training through KP Academy

Enhanced leave for family matters

Wellbeing goodies and staff rewards

Competitive salary and pension plan

Birthday off

Qualifications

• Must be at least Level 6 Early Years qualified; UK EYTS essential.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children and experience with families is required.
• Beneficial to have had Phonics Training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences across all areas of the EYFS.
• Create a positive, collaborative environment for children to thrive.
• Build strong, trusting partnerships with families.

Skills

Excellent knowledge of the EYFS

Experience working with children and families

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Phonics Training

Education

Level 6 Early Years qualification

Job description

Overview

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

Why Kids Planet Kirkby?

• The nursery has onsite parking and benefits from good public transport links
• Established and supportive passionate team
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• Big News! 80% Childcare Discount Arrives This October – T&Cs apply

What we offer our Early Years Teachers

• 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 Teacher

• By delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences that inspire, engage, and support children’s development across all areas of the EYFS
• Through working closely with the nursery team to create a positive, collaborative environment for children to thrive
• By building strong, trusting partnerships with families to support each child’s learning and wellbeing

What an Early Years Teacher needs

• Must be at least Level 6 Early Years qualified; UK EYTS essential
• An excellent knowledge of the EYFS and experience of working with children and families
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children
• Beneficial to have had Phonics Training

How to apply

Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet Kirkby!

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.