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(Launching Jan 2026) Level 2 Early Years Educator - Barnes

Kido

London

On-site

GBP 26,000

Full time

30+ days ago

Job summary

Kido is seeking a Level 2 Early Years Educator for their new nursery opening in January 2026 in London. The role involves creating a nurturing environment for children, planning educational activities, and working collaboratively with a team. Kido offers competitive salary, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive setting.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years
Your birthday off
70% off childcare at Kido
£500 refer-a-friend bonus
Enhanced sick pay
Annual performance-related pay increases
Career progression opportunities
Company events and social activities
Healthcare cash plan
Early pay access via the Hastee app
Perkbox discounts
Employee assistance and wellness programs
Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

  • Level 2 childcare qualification or higher required.
  • Experience in a similar childcare or educational setting.
  • Alignment with core values: Listen, Learn, Lead.

Responsibilities

  • Create a safe, inspiring environment for children.
  • Plan and deliver engaging activities aligned with EYFS.
  • Observe, assess, and record children's progress.

Skills

Communication
Teamwork
Flexibility
Observation

Education

Level 2 childcare qualification or higher

Job description

Kido is a place where innovation and imagination unite to create modern Early Years settings. We’re looking for a Level 2 Early Years Educator to join our team at Kido location:

PRIESTS BRIDGE, SW14 8TA - (Launching January 2026)

We are an international organization operating in India, USA, and the UK. All our UK nurseries are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted and are based in London and Windsor. We’re expanding, opening 1-2 new nurseries each year! At Kido, we blend practices from Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf Steiner approaches, offering a unique curriculum for children aged 3 months to 5 years. We believe that a mix of free and structured play, an engaging environment, and love and care provide a solid foundation for children’s early years. Learn more about our nurseries at https://kidoschools.com/uk/our-nurseries-london/.

What we offer

The Level 2 Early Years Educator role offers a salary of up to £26,000 for a full-time 40-hour week. Part-time options can be discussed. Benefits include:

  • 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years
  • Your birthday off
  • 70% off childcare at Kido (subject to availability)
  • £500 refer-a-friend bonus
  • Enhanced sick pay
  • Annual performance-related pay increases
  • Career progression opportunities
  • Company events and social activities
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Early pay access via the Hastee app
  • Perkbox discounts
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs
  • Cycle to work scheme

We support your development to help you grow within our expanding nursery group.

Role responsibilities

As a passionate Early Years Educator, you’ll create a safe, inspiring environment where children thrive. You’ll work with your team to meet each child’s needs, plan and deliver engaging activities aligned with the EYFS, and communicate effectively with parents, children, and colleagues. You’ll observe, assess, and record children’s progress, celebrating their achievements and supporting their individual journeys. Your flexibility and insight will help us continually improve our standards and reimagine early years education.

Requirements

Next steps

If you’re ready to join Kido and develop your career, apply today. Our Talent Partners will contact you for the next steps. For questions, email us at careers@kido.school.

Connect with us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Kidolondon/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kidolondon/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kidoed

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKvvGDj9HL7...

Careers: https://kidoschools.com/uk/uk-careers/

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