SEND Early Years Educator - Kids Planet Knutsford

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast

Lunch provided

KP Academy training

Enhanced holiday allowance

Pension plan

Birthday day off

Job summary

Kids Planet Knutsford is seeking a SEND Early Years Educator to join our team. The role is based in Knutsford and runs 36 hours per week, with responsibilities focusing on supporting children with SEND to engage in learning and thrive.

You will work closely with families and external agencies to tailor support plans, ensuring an inclusive and nurturing environment for every child. Experience in EYFS and safeguarding is essential, and visa sponsorship is not offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 2 UK recognise early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
• Experience of working with children with SEND requirements.
• Ability to contribute to tailored support plans with families and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist children with SEND to engage fully in learning and reach their potential.
• Collaborate with families, staff and external agencies to create tailored support plans.
• Promote an inclusive, nurturing environment where all children feel valued and supported.

Skills

SEND experience

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2 UK EY 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 Knutsford as a SEND Early Years Educator! This position is based on 36 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 Knutsford?

Purpose built building with onsite parking

The team is very well established

Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26

Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women, for the second year running

Crowned NMT’s Large Nursery Group of the Year, for the second year running

Awarded one of the UK's Best Workplaces in Education & Training by Great Place to Work 2026

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.