Senior Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Tees Valley seeks a Senior Early Years Educator to support teams in delivering high-quality care and learning experiences. In this role, you will plan engaging activities, build strong relationships with children and families, and ensure safeguarding practices are upheld. Join a supportive environment that values each child's well-being and development, with competitive salary and excellent benefits including childcare discounts and enhanced leave.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks

Accredited training opportunities

Enhanced leave for family matters

Wellbeing goodies and staff rewards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary and pension plan

Qualifications

• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Proficient in building relationships with children and families.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Guide and support teams in delivering high-quality care.
• Assist in planning and implementing activities for children's learning.
• Create a welcoming and supportive environment.

Skills

Understanding of EYFS

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 qualification in early years

Job description

Overview

By working closely with the Room Leader to guide and support teams in delivering high-quality care and learning experiences, ensuring all activities align with the EYFS framework. Through assisting teams in planning, preparing, and implementing engaging activities that promote children's learning, curiosity, and development. By building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with children and families, creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment where every child feels valued and encouraged to thrive.

Qualifications

• Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Excellent understanding of EYFS.
• Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
• An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role. 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.

About Kids Planet

Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. 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.

Role and Team

We’re now looking for a Senior Early Years Educator to join our team, someone whos ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet Hartburn?

• A lovely nursery setting that is a home from home environment
• A friendly and approachable team
• 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 Senior Early Years Educators

• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day
• Accredited training through our 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

Role impact

How you'll make a difference as a Senior Early Years Educator