Early Years Educator - Nurture & Grow in a Global Nursery

Kido International; Tooting; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days annual leave + bank holidays (

Birthday off

Free childcare (subject to eligibility

Refer a friend bonus

Free staff lunches

Annual performance raises

Career progression opportunities

Wellbeing hub access

Cycle to work

Job summary

Welcome to Kido Streatham Nursery & Preschool. We are hiring an Early Years Educator to join our vibrant team. The role is full-time (40 hours per week) with a salary between £27,500 and £30,000 per year, based at Kido Streatham, SW16 London.

You will nurture a supportive, engaging learning environment and build strong relationships with children and families. Ideally you hold a Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification and Level 2 English if Level 3 was obtained after 2014.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant childcare qualification (Level 2 or Level 3).
• Level 2 English qualifications including functional skills if Level 3 obtained after 2014.

Responsibilities

• Create a nurturing environment — support a safe, engaging space where children can learn and thrive.
• Be a consistent key person — offer comfort, stability, and strong relationships with your key children.
• Observe and plan learning — record observations and plan next steps to support each child’s development.
• Use varied teaching strategies — adapt approaches to meet different learning styles and interests.
• Create enabling environments — set up inspiring spaces that spark curiosity, awe, and exploration.
• Support SEND needs — work with families and professionals to provide tailored support for children with additional needs.
• Safeguard children effectively — follow safeguarding procedures and report concerns promptly to the DSL.
• Carry out safety checks — contribute to daily health and safety routines and risk assessments.

Education

Level 2/3 childcare qualification

Level 2 English functional skills (if Level 3 after 2014)

Job description

Welcome to Kido Streatham Nursery & Preschool. We are hiring an Early Years Educator to join our vibrant team. The role is full-time (40 hours per week) with a salary between £27,500 and £30,000 per year, based at Kido Streatham, SW16 London.

You will nurture a supportive, engaging learning environment and build strong relationships with children and families. Ideally you hold a Level 2 or Level 3 childcare qualification and Level 2 English if Level 3 was obtained after 2014.