Senior Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Kids Planet Day Nurseries is looking for a Senior Early Years Educator at their Darlington location. The ideal candidate will bring passion for childcare and possess a Level 2 qualification or higher. The role offers competitive salary, ample benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks

Accredited training with the KP Academy

Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, Fertility, and Adoption leave

Regular staff rewards

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

• Provide high-quality early years education.
• Promote the well-being and development of children.
• Ensure safeguarding requirements are met.

Skills

Understanding of EYFS

Knowledge of safeguarding

Education

Level 2 qualification in UK recognised early years qualification

Job description

View more categories View less categories Sector Other Responsibilities Executive Management Position/Level Senior Management Contract Type Permanent

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 Darlington.

Why become a Senior Early Years Educator with Kids Planet?
Proud to have achieved Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025.
Crowned winners of the NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024 award!

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 Darlington 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 Darlington!

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.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £26,340.00 per year

Benefits:
Childcare
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Senior Early Years Educator

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