Deputy Room Leader - Wandsworth

Kido; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative nursery group is seeking a passionate Deputy Room Leader to inspire and guide young learners. In this dynamic role, you will collaborate with the Room Leader to create engaging, developmentally appropriate experiences for children aged 3 months to 5 years. Your leadership will foster a nurturing environment that celebrates each child's unique journey, ensuring they thrive through structured play and exploration. Join a supportive team that prioritizes professional growth, offers competitive benefits, and values your contributions. If you're ready to make a difference in children's lives and advance your career, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

70% off childcare

£500 refer a friend bonus

Enhanced sick pay

Annual performance-related pay increases

Career progression opportunities

Company awards and celebrations

Access to healthcare cash plan

Early access to pay

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Relevant childcare qualification required, minimum Level 2.
• Experience as an Educator or Deputy Room Leader preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the room team in planning engaging activities.
• Ensure effective communication with parents and colleagues.
• Assess and record children's progress and achievements.

Skills

Childcare

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Observation and Assessment

Education

Childcare Qualification (Level 2 minimum)

Job description

Kido is a place where innovation and imagination unite to create modern Early Years settings. We're looking for a Deputy Room Leader to join our team at Kido location:

Kido International Nursery & Preschool Wandsworth, Unit 3B, 04, 6 Barley Walk, High Street, London SW18 1UL

We are international, operating in India, USA, and the UK. In the UK, all our nurseries are Ofsted rated Good and Outstanding and are based in London and Windsor. We're still growing with 1-2 new nurseries opening each year! At Kido, we blend the best practices from the Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf Steiner approaches and have a unique curriculum for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We believe that a combination of free and structured play, an engaging and interactive learning environment, and an abundance of love, care, and attention provide the most solid foundation for children in their early years.

What we offer:

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising year on year to 30 days after 5 years of service
• Your birthday off
• 70% off childcare at Kido (subject to available spaces)
• £500 refer a friend bonus
• Enhanced sick pay
• Annual performance-related pay increases
• Brilliant career progression opportunities
• Company awards, celebrations, and team social events
• Access to a healthcare cash plan
• Early access to pay through the Hastee app
• Perkbox discounts and savings on thousands of retailers
• Your wellbeing matters - we provide a confidential employee assistance programme and access to our wellness hub
• Cycle to work scheme

We encourage our team to be the best they can be. As a growing nursery group, we can prioritise your development so that you'll be ready for other positions as they arise throughout the company!

What the Deputy Room Leader role entails:

As a Deputy Room Leader, you'll be more than just a leader; you'll be an ambassador for our values and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture. You'll take ownership of your room alongside the Room Leader, transforming learning outcomes into inspiring classroom experiences for the children to thrive.

You'll be a team player, ensuring that you and your team meet the unique needs of each child, leading your room team to plan, organise, and execute engaging activities that align with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) standards and the Kido curriculum. You'll support educators in observing and assessing their key children and setting goals for each child.

You'll be integral in setting the stage for curiosity and exploration, utilising both indoor and outdoor spaces. With a hands-on approach and great attention to detail, you'll deliver exceptional experiences throughout the children's learning journeys within our nursery. Effective communication with parents, children, and colleagues will empower you to deliver the best experience possible.

We believe in celebrating every child's unique journey, and you'll play a key role in assessing and recording their progress and achievements. By aligning to our systems of observation, you'll ensure no milestone goes unnoticed and every achievement is celebrated.

What we're looking for:

• For the Early Years Deputy Room Leader role, you'll already hold a relevant childcare qualification, level 2 minimum.
• Your values will align with our 3 core values - Listen, Learn and Lead.
• You will be an experienced Educator and may already be a Deputy Room Leader within a nursery setting.
• You must hold the right to work in the UK.
• If shortlisted, you'll be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions prior to interview, in line with our Safer Recruitment process.

What's next?

If you're ready to seize the opportunity to join the Kido team and build a fulfilling career, apply today and we'll be in touch. You can expect an initial phone call with one of our Talent Partners who will take you through the next stages.

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out to us via [e-mail].

Kido is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Kido will ensure that our recruitment procedures meet the standards set out in our safer recruitment policy and our selection criteria prevents unsuitable people from gaining access to children.