Senior Early Years Educator

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

Job summary

A family-run nursery group in Tees Valley seeks a Senior Early Years Educator to enhance the learning experiences of children. You will support the delivery of care in line with the EYFS framework, fostering children's curiosity and development. The position requires a Level 2 qualification in a UK early years program and an understanding of safeguarding. Enjoy a supportive team, competitive salary, and great perks including childcare discounts and enhanced leave. Apply to join a nurturing environment dedicated to children's well-being!

Benefits

80% Childcare Discount

Free meals

Enhanced leave for family

Wellbeing initiatives

Long service awards

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Guide and support teams in providing high-quality care and learning.
• Plan and implement engaging activities to promote children's development.
• Build positive relationships with children and families.

Skills

Understanding of EYFS

Knowledge of safeguarding children

Level 2 qualification in early years

Job description

Senior Early Years Educator - Kids Planet Hartburn

Darlington Rd, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 5ER, UK

Job Description

Posted Wednesday 28 January 2026 at 01:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

What if your next job meant more than just work, what if it meant shaping futures, every day?

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 Hartburn as a Senior Early Years Educator!

We’re now looking for a Senior Early Years Educator to join our team, someone who’s 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 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.

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.

How you’ll make a difference as a Senior Early Years Educator:

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.

What a Senior 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 children.

Sound like the place for you?

Apply today to join Kids Planet Hartburn.

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.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Darlington Rd, Stockton-on-Tees TS18 5ER, UK