Early Years Educator

Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.

A strong understanding of EYFS.

Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.

Kids Planet is a family owed nursery group, established by CEO Clare Roberts and Father, John Hoban and Lucy Kaczmarska is the Operations Director. Kids Planet has grown significantly since our conception in 2008. Kids Planet are now a major employer in the early years industry, driven by passion for delivering outstanding care to 0-5 years old throughout settings across the UK.

The world is ever changing, and we are passionate about caring and preserving the magic of childhood. By developing young minds through play, we can give the children the very best start.

Our employees are at the heart of our business and their skills and expertise are helping to shape the future of young minds. Whether you're a school leaver, graduate or experienced professional, your skills could help us to deliver the very best care and education to our children.

We are a business that is continually growing. This makes us a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous, super exciting place to work. No two days are the same here and there are plenty of opportunities to progress throughout the group.

Now one of the largest nursery groups in the UK, home to Kids Planet and Kids Allowed, we have nurseries covering the UK with further planned growth, a head office function and Training Academy supported by over 5000 talented employees.

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 Barrow as an Early Years Educator! - This is a fixed term contract.

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

Why Kids Planet Barrow?

Purpose built nursery

A close-knit, friendly team

Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26

Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025

80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply

What we offer our 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 an Early Years Educator:

By offering exceptional care and education in accordance with the EYFS, supporting and meeting the unique needs of each child in your care.

Through working supportively and collaboratively with your team to create a caring, playful environment for every child.

By building warm, trusting relationships with families through kind, open communication.