Early Years Apprentice

Kido; Greater London; On-site; GBP 18,200 - 19,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% free childcare

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Enhanced sick pay

£1,000 refer-a-friend bonus

Annual performance-related pay increases

Career progression opportunities

Access to a healthcare cash plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Perkbox discounts and savings

Job summary

A leading early years education provider in Greater London is seeking an Early Years Apprentice to gain hands-on experience while pursuing a Level 3 qualification. Responsibilities include supporting staff and working with children in a nursery setting. Applicants need a passion for early years, some experience with children, and ideally Maths and English GCSEs. The role offers a competitive salary package, benefits including 100% free childcare, and career progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• No previous qualifications required, but genuine passion for early years and childcare is essential.
• Evidence of experience with children, ideally in a nursery setting, is preferred.
• Candidates must have UK residency for at least 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Support early years staff in the nursery while gaining experience.
• Work with children in a supervised setting while progressing towards a Level 3 qualification.

Skills

Passion for early years and childcare

Experience with children

Alignment with core values

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (desirable)

Level 1 Maths and English (required for acceptance)

Job description

Early Years Apprentice

Location: Kido Elephant Park Nursery & Preschool, 3 Bodley Way, London SE17 1FN.

Compensation: £18,200 - £19,240 per year.

Apprenticeship Level: Level 3 (approximately 2 years of study, with early Level 2 sign‑off). The programme is work‑based with dedicated study time.

Responsibilities

Your responsibilities include gaining hands‑on experience in the nursery while progressing toward a Level 3 Early Years qualification. You will support early years staff and work with children in a supervised setting.

What we’re looking for

• No previous qualifications required, but you must have genuine passion for early years and childcare, be hardworking and keen to learn.
• You should have some evidence of experience with children, ideally in a nursery setting.
• You must have the right to work in the UK and hold UK residency for the past 3 years or more.
• Maths and English GCSEs are desirable; if not held you must pass a Level 2 Maths and English Functional Skills test. Current equivalent of Level 1 maths and English is required for initial acceptance.
• Your values will align with our core values – Listen, Learn and Lead.
• We will check unspent convictions and conduct an enhanced DBS check for all staff.

Benefits

• Salary for Level 2 Apprenticeship: £18,200 full‑time 40 hours. Once qualified, salary increases to £26,000.
• Salary for Level 3 Apprenticeship: £19,240 full‑time 40 hours. Pay increase upon Level 2 sign‑off to £21,320. In the second year, a pay uplift to the minimum wage for age. Upon qualification, salary increases to at least £26,499 and a qualification bonus of £500 paid in two instalments.
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days after 5 years of service.
• Birthday off.
• 100% free childcare at Kido (subject to availability).
• £1,000 refer‑a‑friend bonus.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Annual performance‑related pay increases.
• 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.
• Confidential employee assistance programme and wellness hub.
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme.

Next Steps

If you’re ready to join the Kido team, apply today. We’ll be in touch with an initial phone call — a Talent Partner will discuss next stages.

Questions? Email [e-mail].

Safer Recruitment

All roles involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. We conduct enhanced DBS and bar‑list checks for all suitable candidates.