Forest School Practitioner

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.

A forest school setting with a vast outdoor play area, Pet Rabbits, Guinea Pigs and 3 Turtles, 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.

• 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

By providing exceptional care and education in line with the EYFS, supporting each child’s individual needs both indoors and outdoors.

By working collaboratively with your team to create a safe, playful, and stimulating environment that encourages exploration and learning.

Through building warm, trusting relationships with families through open, supportive communication, involving them in their child’s development and outdoor experiences.

• A love of the Outdoors
• A Forest School or Outdoor qualification is desirable.
• Must be at least Level 2 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification.
• Have a detailed understanding of the requirements set by OFSTED.
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and experience of working with children and families.

We are unable to offer any kind of visa sponsorship for this role.

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. All staff and volunteers must 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.

Jobs are provided by the Find a Job Service from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).