SEND Specialist - Kids Planet Central Support

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


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.
Join Kids Planet as a SEND Specialist!

We’re currently looking for a SEND Specialist. This role is based in one set location and involves travel to our Kids Planet Nurseries across the UK.

This role would be ideal for a current SENDCO or Nursery Manager to progress their career and is fundamental in ensuring that children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) receive high-quality support across all Kids Planet nurseries. A key part of this role is to support nurseries in achieving and maintaining Kids Planet’s Thrive Accreditation, ensuring best practice for all children.

Why Kids Planet?
• Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
• 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply

Responsibilities
• Oversee the day-to-day implementation of SEND policies and procedures across all Kids Planet nurseries.
• Collaborate with nursery teams to ensure effective support for children with SEND.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of child development and the ability to communicate effectively with parents, carers, and external professionals.
• Design, deliver, and review bespoke SEND training in partnership with the internal training team.
• Support Nursery SENDCos in liaising with parents of children with additional needs to discuss and plan appropriate support.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with external agencies and Local Authorities.
• Provide guidance to ensure the coordination of provision for children with additional needs and disabilities, supporting teams to adapt environments, equipment, and activities.
• Support nurseries in preparing for and demonstrating SEND provision during Ofsted inspections.
• Provide targeted support to nurseries with identified concerns.

What a SEND Specialist needs:
• Must be at least Level 3 qualified in a UK recognised early years qualification
• Desirable but not essential, a level 3 SEND qualification

Sound like the place for you?
Apply today to join Kids Planet!

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

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.