Early Years Teacher

TieTalent; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a family-run nursery that values childcare as a profession. As an Early Years Teacher, you'll inspire children daily, from princesses to astronauts, in a nurturing environment. Enjoy competitive salary, enhanced parental leave, and a dedicated wellbeing package. With a commitment to safeguarding and a focus on professional growth, this role offers a chance to make a real difference in children's lives. Embrace the opportunity to join a winning team, recognized as a Great Place to Work, and enjoy perks like free meals and a day off for your birthday.

Benefits

Free breakfast and lunches

Accredited training

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Regular staff rewards

Team appreciation events

Long service awards

Dedicated wellbeing package

Highly discounted childcare

Day off for birthday

Qualifications

• Must hold a Level 6 Early Years qualification and UK EYTS.
• Excellent knowledge of EYFS and experience with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and educate young children in a nurturing environment.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children in your care.

Skills

Knowledge of EYFS

Safeguarding knowledge

Experience with children and families

Phonics Training

Education

Level 6 Early Years qualification

UK EYTS

Job description

We are currently looking for an Early Years Teacher 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 Teacher 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 Teacher at Kids Planet Walton on Thames gets:

• Competitive salary.

• Pension plan.

• Annual leave including bank holidays.

• Monday to Friday.

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.

• Beneficial to have had Phonics Training

Like the sound of joining our family?

Apply today to be an Early Years Teacher 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.