Job Description:

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

People Systems Coordinator - Central Support

Location: Kids Planet Head Office, Lymm, Cheshire

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 People System Coordinator!

Purpose of the role:

This role is to offer support to the People Operations Team, to help manage and maintain the HR information systemDayforcethat supportsour nurseries. This role provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience in HR systems administration, data management, and system support, all while working in a collaborative environment. You will assist in ensuring thatour HR system runs efficiently and data is accurate, enabling us to continue providing excellent service to our employees and nurseries.

Why Kids Planet?

• 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
• 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.

Key responsibilities:

• Assist in the administration and maintenance of HR systems, ensuring data is accurate, complete, and securely stored.
• Provide day-to-day support to staff across multiple nurseries with HRIS-related queries and troubleshooting.
• Help with system updates and configuration changes, ensuring the HR systems are running efficiently.
• Conduct regular data audits to ensure employee information (e.g., personal details, attendance, payroll data) is accurate.
• Support peopleteam members in generating reports.
• Help with the onboarding process by assisting with thesetting upof new employees in HR systems.
• Assist in monitoring system security and access controls to ensure employee data is kept confidential.
• Collaborate with the People team to implement new system features or tools that improve HR processes.
• Learn to provide basic system training for staff to ensure they are using the HR systems effectively.
• Support data privacy and compliance with legal regulations (e.g., GDPR) in the handling of sensitive employee information.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving any issues with HR software, liaising with the software vendor for technical support if necessary.

Skills and experience:

• A keen interest in HR processes, technology, and system administration.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving
• StrongExcel skills and experience with HR reporting tools.
• Experience working with HRISpreferablyDayforce or other HRIS providers
• Good analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and produce meaningful insights
• Strong understanding of GDPR, data security, and audit requirements
• Confident in engaging with suppliers, IT teams, and cross-functional stakeholders
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A willingness to learn and take on new challenges in HR systems administration.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and manage time efficiently.
• Must have lived in the UK for a minimum of 3 years.

Like the sound of joining our family?

Apply today to be a People System Coordinator with Kids Planet!

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

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.

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.