SEND Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals and snacks

KP Academy training

Family leave enhancements

Wellbeing rewards

Birthday day off

Salary and pension

Support team

Job summary

Kids Planet Cheadle Royal is inviting a SEND Early Years Educator to join our team in Cheadle, Staffordshire. You will support children with SEND to engage in learning and help them reach their potential within a nurturing, inclusive setting.

We require at least a Level 2 UK recognised early years qualification, with strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding expertise. An enhanced DBS check is mandatory for this role as part of our safeguarding duties.

Qualifications

• Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
• Experience of working with children with SEND requirements.
• Enhanced DBS check is mandatory for all positions; role subject to enhanced checks.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with SEND to engage in learning and reach their potential.
• Work closely with families, staff and external agencies to tailor support plans.
• Promote an inclusive, nurturing environment where all children feel valued and able to thrive.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding

SEND experience

Level 2 qualification

Education

Level 2 early years qualification

Job description

• By assisting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to engage fully in learning and reach their potential.
• Through working closely with families, staff, and external agencies to create tailored support plans that meet each child's needs.
• By promoting an inclusive, nurturing environment where all children feel valued, supported, and able to thrive.
  Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
• Experience of working with children with SEND requirements.
  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.
  Cheadle, Staffordshire - GBP Full Time

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 Cheadle Royal as a SEND Early Years Educator! We're now looking for a SEND Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, Spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet Cheadle Royal?

• Purpose built building.
• Ofsted Outstanding.
• Multi-Cultural setting.
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked 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 SEND 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.
• 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.