Supply Early Years Educator

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Sefton; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free breakfast, lunch, and healthySnk

KP Academy training

Enhanced leave for family

Wellbeing rewards and events

Long service awards

Discounted childcare

Birthday day off

Salary, pension & holidays

Job summary

Kids Planet Litherland is seeking a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator to join our team on a flexible, as-needed basis. You will contribute to engaging activities, support children’s development in line with EYFS, and help maintain routines within the nursery.

We value safeguarding knowledge and are looking for someone enthusiastic about learning more. The role involves working with families and children in a supportive, caring setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging activities and support development in line with the EYFS.
• Support nurseries with flexible supply/bank staffing as needed.
• Build positive relationships with children and families and maintain a welcoming environment.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Level 2 UK EY qualification (desirable)

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 Litherland 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 Litherland?

• Good transport links and car parking facilities
• Newly refurbished outdoor space and gardens with forest school sessions
• 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.