OOSC Supply Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Normanton and Altofts; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Normanton and Altofts is looking for a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator. In this role, you'll provide high-quality care and engaging learning experiences for children, and work flexibly with a dedicated team. Ideal candidates should have a Level 2 qualification or higher in early years, or an enthusiasm to learn. The role offers competitive salary, training opportunities, and a supportive environment, all while ensuring children's safety through regular safeguarding training.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks

Accredited training through KP Academy

Enhanced family leave

Wellbeing goodies and staff rewards

Super discounted childcare

Birthday day off

Competitive salary and pension plan

Qualifications

• Desirable to be Level 2 qualified or higher in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, or an enthusiasm to learn more.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences for children.
• Work flexibly with teams to deliver engaging activities.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Enthusiasm to learn

Education

Level 2 qualification or higher in a UK recognised early years qualification

Job description

Kids Planet Queen Street – Supply/Bank Early Years Educator

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.

Why Kids Planet Queen Street?

• Located in the heart of the community
• Diverse, dedicated and experienced team
• Amazing career progression and job opportunities.
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025

What we offer our Supply/Bank Early Years Educators

• 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.
• Super discounted childcare for your little ones.
• 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

• Through providing high-quality care and learning experiences for children, supporting their development in line with the EYFS.
• By working flexibly with teams to deliver engaging activities and maintain routines in the nursery.
• By building positive relationships with children and families, ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment.

What a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator needs

• Desirable but not essential to be Level 2 qualified or higher in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, or an enthusiasm to learn more.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.

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

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.