Overview
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.
Responsibilities
* Guide and support teams in delivering high-quality care and learning experiences aligned with the EYFS framework.
* Assist teams in planning, preparing, and implementing engaging activities that promote children's learning, curiosity, and development.
* Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with children and families, creating a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment.
* Collaborate with the Room Leader to ensure activities and care are of a high standard.
Qualifications
* Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
* Excellent understanding of EYFS.
* Extensive knowledge of safeguarding children.
* A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) enhancement check is required; a DBS certificate is mandatory for all positions, and safeguarding training is a fundamental part of every role.
* All colleagues are required to complete regular safeguarding training to fulfil responsibilities.
About Kids Planet
Kids Planet is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of children and young people. This role will be subject to enhanced checks as part of our safeguarding duties.
Why Kids Planet Shrewsbury?
* Lovely large staff room
* Purpose built site
* 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 Senior Early Years Educators
* Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day
* Accredited training through our 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
Take an active role in supporting teams, promoting high standards of care and learning, and contributing to a positive, thriving environment for children at Kids Planet Shrewsbury.
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