Job Description
Posted Sunday, 26 October 2025, 20:00
Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.
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.
Kids Planet Day Nurseries are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join our growing People Team at our Central Support office in Lymm. As a Careers Apprentice, you will work towards completing a qualification in Recruitment, gaining practical experience and developing your career in a supportive, fast-growing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Responding to a variety of queries from the centralised careers email inbox
Maintaining accurate records in systems and spreadsheets
Liaising with the nursery teams, ensuring accurate and timely information is delivered in line with deadlines
Refreshing and posting job adverts on relevant job boards
Involvement in team process improvement projects as well as contributing to company-wide people projects
Working closely with colleagues to ensure a consistent approach
Continually strive for excellence and recommending where improvements can be made
To provide general administration support to the Careers Department as required including filing
Answering the telephone, scanning, photocopying and emails
Supporting across Kids Planet Careers strategy
Analysis of market trends and initiatives
Managing calendars and organising events
Visiting nurseries to offer careers support
Any other reasonable duties as requested to meet the needs of Kids Planet
Why Become a Careers Apprentice with Kids Planet?
Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply
What's in it for you?
Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan.
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.
What a Careers Apprentice needs:
The ability to work well within a team.
Must have lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years.
Must meet the minimum apprenticeship eligibility criteria.
Like the sound of joining our family?
Apply today to be a Careers Apprentice with Kids Planet Day Nurseries
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.
Job Details
Pay Type
Salary
Hiring Min Rate
15,863 GBP