Senior Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; Rottingdean; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run childcare provider in Rottingdean is seeking a Senior Early Years Educator to join their outstanding team. The successful candidate will hold a Level 2 qualification in early years and have excellent knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding. This role offers a competitive salary, pension, annual leave, and an array of benefits including free meals and a dedicated wellbeing package.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks

Accredited training with KP Academy

Enhanced leave benefits

Regular staff rewards

Team appreciation events

Dedicated wellbeing package

Highly discounted childcare

A day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and support children's growth and development.
• Ensure safeguarding and well-being of children.
• Engage in an inclusive environment promoting happiness.

Skills

Excellent understanding of EYFS

Extensive knowledge of safeguarding

Education

Level 2 qualification in UK recognized early years qualification

Job description

Our people are what make our family great. As a proud family-run business, we see childcare as a profession, not just a job. Whether you’re just starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we’ll always encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We’re passionate about helping our teams grow and be the best they can be!

Whilst all our settings are different, they all share the same values and ethos; working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we are looking for individuals to roll up their sleeves and get stuck in. From a princess one day to astronaut the next, no two days are ever the same!

We are currently looking for a Senior Early Years Educator at Kids Planet Chester.

Why become a Senior Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Chester?

· Beautiful purpose-built setting in a rural area.

· Established team.

· Ofsted Outstanding nursery.

. Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.


What’s in it for you?

· Free breakfast, lunches and healthy snacks including fresh fruit.

· Accredited training with the KP Academy.

· Enhanced Maternity, Paternity Fertility and Adoption leave.

· Regular staff rewards.

· Team appreciation events.

· Long service awards.

· Dedicated wellbeing package.

· Highly discounted childcare.

· A day off for your birthday.

A Senior Early Years Educator at Kids Planet Chester gets:

· Competitive salary.

· Pension plan.

· Annual leave including bank holidays.

· Monday to Friday.

What an 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.

Like the sound of joining our family?Apply today to be a Senior Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Chester!

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.