Nursery Practitioner

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run nursery in Oxford is seeking a Qualified Early Years Educator to join their team. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional care and education in line with EYFS standards, ensuring the unique needs of each child are met. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, benefits including staff discounts and training opportunities. Join a supportive environment that values families and well-being.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks

80% Childcare Discount

Enhanced leave for maternity and paternity

Long service awards

Take the day off on your birthday

Qualifications

• At least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Offer exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS.
• Collaborate with the team to create a caring environment.
• Build trusting relationships with families.

Skills

Understanding of EYFS

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years

Job description

Overview

• Posting date: 07 October 2025
• Salary: £27,968 to £28,803 per year
• Hours: Full time
• Closing date: 06 November 2025
• Location: OX3 7XP
• Remote working: On-site only
• Company: Kids Planet Day Nurseries
• Job type: Permanent
• Job reference: Triangle EYE

Summary

Join Kids Planet The Triangle as an Early Years Educator. We are looking for a Qualified Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who is ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years. We are now looking for a Nursery Practitioner to support children’s learning and development.

Why Kids Planet The Triangle?

• Free parking on site
• A lovely large staff room
• 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 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
• By 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

What an Early Years Educator needs

• Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification
• A strong understanding of EYFS
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children

Sound like the place for you? Apply today to join Kids Planet The Triangle. We are unable to offer 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. 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.