Early Years Educator: Nurture, Plan & Grow

Kido; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leave entitlements

Birthday off

Free childcare

Refer a friend bonus

Staff lunches

Performance pay

Career progression

Wellbeing hub access

Cycle to work

Healthcare plan

Job summary

Kido is seeking an Early Years Educator in London for a full-time 40-hour week role with a salary range of £27,500 to £30,000 per year. You will join Kido International Nursery & Preschool Golders Green, delivering quality early years education and embodying the company’s values.

A Level 2/3 childcare qualification is required, with safeguarding duties and a focus on development planning. Benefits include generous annual leave, free childcare, staff lunches, and career progression in a

Qualifications

• Essential childcare qualification at Level 2 or Level 3 minimum.
• Awareness of safeguarding procedures and reporting obligations.

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 for 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.

Skills

Childcare qualification

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2/3 childcare qualification

Job description

Kido is seeking an Early Years Educator in London for a full-time 40-hour week role with a salary range of £27,500 to £30,000 per year. You will join Kido International Nursery & Preschool Golders Green, delivering quality early years education and embodying the company’s values.

A Level 2/3 childcare qualification is required, with safeguarding duties and a focus on development planning. Benefits include generous annual leave, free childcare, staff lunches, and career progression in a