Job Description

Posted Sunday, 12 October 2025, 19:00

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. 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.

We are looking for an Apprentice IT Technician to join our existing IT team based at our Head Office in Lymm, Cheshire, WA13 0RN.



This is a great opportunity to progress and develop your IT career. We are looking for someone to assist with general helpdesk requests and device deployments (laptops, tablets & phones). The role also requires the successful candidate to support our head office & nursery staff. Most of the support is carried out remotely from Head office, but very rare onsite visits may be required ad-hoc.

Why Kids Planet?

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 Apprentice IT Technicians:

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 an Apprentice IT Technician needs:

To meet minimum apprenticeship eligibility criteria, including having lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years. To pass maths and English entry assessments.

Sound like the place for you?

Apply today to join Kids Planet.



As a guide, Level 2 apprenticeships take approximately 15 months to complete, and Level 3 apprenticeships take approximately 18 months to complete.



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.


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