Outdoor Lead - Kids Planet Haywards Heath

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; Haywards Heath; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks

Accredited training

Enhanced leave benefits

Wellbeing goodies and staff rewards

Long service awards

Day off on birthday

Competitive salary and pension plan

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Haywards Heath is seeking an Outdoor Lead who is passionate about working outdoors and helping children thrive. The role involves providing exceptional care and education in alignment with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) while fostering a stimulating and safe environment. Applicants should possess at least a Level 3 qualification and have knowledge of safeguarding children. The position offers a competitive salary along with great benefits including childcare discounts and enhanced leave policies.

Qualifications

• Passion for the outdoors is essential.
• Level 3 qualification required.
• Excellent understanding of Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional care and education in line with EYFS.
• Create a safe, playful, and stimulating environment.
• Build warm, trusting relationships with families.

Skills

Passion for the outdoors

Excellent understanding of EYFS

Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Haywards Heath RH16 4QX, UK

Job Description

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day?

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

Outdoor Lead

We’re 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 Haywards Heath?

• Two large outdoor areas with fun activities for the children
• The nursery is in a beautifully converted Barn building, retaining many of the original features
• 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 Outdoor Leads

• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day!
• Accredited training through 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
• 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

• Providing exceptional care and education in line with the EYFS, supporting each child’s individual needs both indoors and outdoors
• Working collaboratively with your team to create a safe, playful, and stimulating environment that encourages exploration and learning
• 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

• Passion for the outdoors
• At least Level 3 qualified
• Excellent understanding of EYFS
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

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.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.