Supply Early Years Educator

Kids Ltd.; Chester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast, lunch and snacks

KP Academy training

Enhanced leave for family reasons

Wellbeing goodies and staff rewards

Long service awards

Discounted childcare

Birthday day off

Competitive salary and pension

Supportive central team

Job summary

Kids Planet Great Boughton is seeking a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator to support our nursery team in Chester on an as-needed basis. You will deliver engaging activities, help maintain routines and support children’s development in line with EYFS.

Desirable qualifications include Level 2 in UK early years, an understanding of EYFS, and safeguarding knowledge. You will join a welcoming, supportive setting with a strong focus on care, curiosity and family engagement.

Qualifications

• Desirable Level 2 or higher UK early years qualification.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) or enthusiasm to learn more.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and learning experiences in line with EYFS.
• Work flexibly with teams to deliver engaging activities and maintain routines in the nursery.
• Build positive relationships with children and families in a welcoming environment.

Skills

EYFS understanding

Safeguarding knowledge

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn EYFS

Education

Level 2 or higher in UK early years qualification

Job description

• Through providing high-quality care and learning experiences for children, supporting their development in line with the EYFS.
• By working flexibly with teams to deliver engaging activities and maintain routines in the nursery.
• By building positive relationships with children and families, ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Desirable but not essential to be Level 2 qualified or higher in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• An understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage, or an enthusiasm to learn more.
• Knowledge of safeguarding children.

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 Great Boughton as a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator! This is a flexible role on an as needed basis.

We're now looking for a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who's ready to get stuck in, spark imaginations, and help children thrive.

Why Kids Planet Great Boughton?

• Located outside Chester City Centre with great transport links
• Established supportive 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

What we offer our Supply/Bank 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.
• Super discounted childcare for your little ones.
• 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.