SEND Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; Cobham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast, lunch and snacks

Accredited training through KP Academy

Enhanced leave for family events

Wellbeing goodies and staff rewards

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary and pension

Job summary

Kids Planet Cobham is seeking a SEND Early Years Educator to support children with special educational needs and disabilities within a nurturing, inclusive setting.

You will work with families, staff, and external agencies to tailor support plans, ensuring every child reaches their potential and thrives in learning environments.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with SEND to engage fully in learning.
• Work closely with families, staff, and external agencies to create tailored support plans.
• Promote an inclusive, nurturing environment where all children feel valued, supported, and able to thrive.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

SEND experience

Safeguarding expertise

Education

Level 2 UK recognised early years qualification

Excellent understanding of EYFS

Job description

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

Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.

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 Cobham as a SEND Early Years Educator! This role is based on 30 hours per week.

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 Cobham?

• Just a short walk from Cobham Town Centre
• Our garden is prepared for all weather conditions allowing us to be outdoors all year round.
• 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
• 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.

How you’ll make a difference as a SEND Early Years Educator

• 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.

What a SEND Early Years Educator Needs

• 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.

Sound like the place for you?

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.

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