Area Manager (North East) - Kids Planet Central Support

North East, UK

Job Description

Posted Thursday 8 January 2026 at 01:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Area Manager to join our fantastic team covering the North East Area.

We are looking for a highly dedicated individual who is passionate about delivering the highest quality of childcare and is looking for the opportunity to grow and maintain our outstanding nursery settings. This role would suit a highly motivated and professional individual with excellent people skills. A person who is enthusiastic, creative and has excellent time management and leadership skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a group of nursery settings to ensure the highest standards of childcare is provided
• Working with Nursery Managers to ensure that each setting provides the standards set out by the EYFS and that children reach their full potential in our care
• Maintaining and developing the settings to ensure our reputation as "Outstanding" remains
• Developing the management team to ensure each and every nursery manager reaches their full potential
• Ensuring nurseries are supported in marketing and achieve FTE targets
• Managing issues that arise within the nursery to ensure a successful resolution
• Ensuring that all legislation in relation to Ofsted registration, special needs, safeguarding and Health and Safety is complied with and that company policies and procedures are adhered to
• Working alongside the management team to ensure a successful talent pathway for existing staff and new recruits is managed effectively

Requirements

• Must have experience working at Senior Level
• Must be at least Level 3 qualified or have equivalent qualifications
• Have a detailed understanding of the requirements set by OfstedExperience of managing budgets and awareness of commercial profitability
• An excellent knowledge of the EYFS and experience of working with children and families
• Experience of managing with excellent leadership skills
• Extensive knowledge of Safeguarding, recruitment, and employment practices
• Experience of working in partnership with parents and outside agencies
• Must have a valid driving licence and be able to travel

Why Kids Planet?

• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked 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

What we'll offer our Area Managers

• 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.
• Friendly central support team always on hand to help.

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.