Kido
Early Years Educator - London Fields - NEW LAUNCH
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Early Years Educator
Department: Nursery
Location: London
Compensation: £27,500 - £30,000 per year
About the Role
Welcome to Kido, where passion, ambition, and people shape everything we do. As an Early Years Educator, you'll embody our values and culture while leading children’s positive learning experiences in London's new Kido International Nursery & Preschool (London Fields, E8 3NJ).
This is a full-time (40 hours per week) role offering a competitive salary within a rapidly growing, international company—ideal for building a long-term career.
** Key Responsibilities**
Core Duties
- Create nurturing, safe, and engaging learning environments where children thrive.
- Serve as a consistent key person, fostering strong relationships with assigned children.
- Observe child development and plan tailored learning experiences.
- Use diverse teaching strategies to meet individual needs.
- Set up inspiring, innovative spaces encouraging curiosity.
- Assess and support children with SEND with family and professional collaboration.
- Strict adherence to safeguarding policies, reporting concerns to the DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead).
- Conduct daily health and safety checks and risk assessments.
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Requirements
- Relevant childcare qualification (minimum Level 2 in Early Years).
- Proven management experience within Early Years settings.
- Maths & English qualifications (minimum Level 2, including functional skills) are required if securing a post-2014 qualification.
- Passionate commitment to DBS checks and enhanced disclosure before starting.
Note: Kido currently cannot sponsor visas.
Benefits
If you join Kido, you’ll enjoy:
- 20 days annual leave, extended to 30 days after 5 years (plus bank holidays).
- Personal day on your birthday.
- 100% free childcare (subject to availability).
- £1,000 refer-a-friend bonus.
- Free staff lunches.
- Performance-bolstered salary progression.
- Career growth opportunities (e.g., leadership roles).
- Monthly awards & celebrations to recognise excellence.
- Access to a healthcare cash plan.
- Early pay via the Hastee app.
- Discounts through Perkbox (trending retailers).
- Employee Assistance Programme + dedicated wellness hub.
- Cycle to work scheme.
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Next Steps
Ready to join Kido and shape a meaningful career with young learners? Apply now—we’ll follow up with a live phone interview to guide next steps. Questions arise? Email careers@kido.school.
Explore our London nurseries: https://kidoschools.com/uk/
Safer Recruitment Clarifications
Due to legal safeguarding requirements:
- Dismissed convictions may still be disclosed.
- Spend cautions protected by law will remain confidential (unless challenged).
If uncertain about disclosing criminal history, consult: Unlock (01634 247350, text 07824 113848). For full criteria: Ministry of Justice guidelines.
All appointments require DBS checks. Kido safeguards children by conducting due diligence pre-appointment.
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