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Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Rugeley; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast

Lunch provided

Healthy snacks

Enhanced leave

Wellbeing perks

Staff rewards

Long service awards

Discounted childcare

Birthday off

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Enhanced holiday

Job summary

Kids Planet Rugeley is seeking a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator to deliver high-quality care and learning experiences in line with the EYFS. You will support daily routines and activities, building strong relationships with children and families in a welcoming nursery setting.

This flexible, as-needed role offers training through KP Academy and opportunities for professional development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Desirable: Level 2 UK early years qualification.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.
• No visa sponsorship; eligible to work in the UK.
• A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences for children in line with EYFS.
• Support daily routines and engage children with activities.
• Build positive relationships with children and families to create a welcoming environment.

Skills

Care for children

EYFS understanding

Flexibility

Teamwork

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 UK early years 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 Rugeley as a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator! This is a flexible role on an as needed basis.

We’re now looking for a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who’s ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Long standing staff team

Close to the train station

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

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 as a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator:

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.

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.