Nursery Outdoor Lead

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Cobham; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks

KP Academy training program

Enhanced leave for family

Wellbeing rewards and events

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Kids Planet Cobham is seeking an Outdoor Lead to drive high-quality early years education outdoors. You will support children’s development in a safe, stimulating garden, aligned with EYFS, and work closely with families to foster strong relationships.

The role involves leadership in a vibrant, forward-thinking nursery setting. You will join a reputable, inclusive team known for training via KP Academy and continuous professional growth.

Qualifications

• Must have a passion for the outdoors.
• Must be at least Level 3 qualified.
• Excellent understanding of the EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education in line with the EYFS, indoors and outdoors.
• Collaborate with your team to create a safe, playful, and stimulating outdoor environment.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with families through open communication and involvement in development.

Skills

Outdoor leadership

Leadership experience

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

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 Cobham as an Outdoor Lead!

We’re now looking for an Outdoor Lead to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet Cobham?

Just a short walk from Cobham Town Centre

Our garden is prepared for all weather conditions allowing us to be outdoors all year round.

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 Outdoor Leads:

• 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 Outdoor Lead:

By providing exceptional care and education in line with the EYFS, supporting each child’s individual needs both indoors and outdoors.

Through working collaboratively with your team to create a safe, playful, and stimulating environment that encourages exploration and learning.

By building warm, trusting relationships with families through open, supportive communication, involving them in their child’s development and outdoor experiences.

Requirements of an Outdoor Lead:

• A Passion for the Outdoors!!
• Must be at least Level 3 qualified.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Sound like the place for you?

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.

A Passion for the Outdoors!!Must be at least Level 3 qualified.Excellent understanding of EYFS.Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.Leadership experience desirable.