Supply Early Years Educator - Kids Planet Mereside Farm

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Ltd.; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A family-run nursery group in the UK is looking for a Supply Early Years Educator to provide exceptional care and education to children. This flexible role requires excellent understanding of EYFS and safeguarding. The candidate will enjoy numerous benefits including free meals, enhanced leave policies, and a supportive work environment focused on diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks

Accredited training via the KP Academy

Enhanced maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption leave

Regular staff rewards

Highly discounted childcare

A day off for your birthday

Qualifications

• A Level 2 qualification in early years is desirable.
• Understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).
• Knowledge of safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and education to young children.
• Ensure child safety and welfare.
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance children’s learning experiences.

Skills

Excellent understanding of EYFS

Good safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 2 qualification in a recognised UK early years qualification or above

Job description

Supply Early Years Educator - Kids Planet Mereside Farm

Job Description

Posted Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 00:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family-run group of nurseries providing high-quality nursery care across the UK.

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 starting out or are well-established in your childcare career, we encourage you to take on new opportunities and challenges. We are passionate about helping our teams grow and excel!

While our settings differ, they share the same values and ethos: working together to inspire your world. Children are at the heart of everything we do, so we seek individuals ready to get involved. From princesses to astronauts, no two days are the same!

We are currently seeking a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator at Kids Planet Mereside Farm. This is a flexible, as-needed role.

Why become a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Mereside Farm?

• Located near fields with horses and wildlife
• Ample car parking
• Great Place to Work Certification 2024/2025
• Winner of NMT Nursery Group of the Year (Large) 2024
• Ranked Number 1 in the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women 2025 (Super Large category)

What’s in it for you?

• Free breakfast, lunches, and healthy snacks including fresh fruit
• Accredited training via the KP Academy
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption leave
• Regular staff rewards
• Long service awards
• Dedicated wellbeing package
• Highly discounted childcare
• A day off for your birthday

Benefits for a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator

• Pension plan
• Annual leave including bank holidays
• Monday to Friday schedule

What does a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator need?

• Level 2 qualification in a recognised UK early years qualification or above (desirable)
• Excellent understanding of EYFS
• Good safeguarding knowledge

Interested in joining our family?

Apply today to become a Supply/Bank Early Years Educator with Kids Planet Mereside Farm!

Note: We cannot offer visa sponsorship for this role.

Our commitment to diversity and safeguarding

We embrace everyone and aim to create an inclusive, diverse culture. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children. An enhanced DBS check and safeguarding training are required. All staff must complete regular safeguarding training and will undergo necessary background checks.

Kids Planet is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy, race, religion, or marital status.