Level 3 Early Years Educator - Battersea

Kido; London; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking nursery dedicated to creating enriching Early Years experiences! As a Level 2 Early Years Educator, you will play a vital role in shaping the learning journey of young children, ensuring they thrive in a safe and inspiring environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a vibrant culture that blends the best practices from renowned educational approaches. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive team, you will help foster a love for learning in every child. If you are passionate about early childhood education and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity 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 through Hastee app

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant childcare qualification, level 2 minimum.
• Experience in a nursery or educational setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and inspiring learning environment for children.
• Collaborate with the team to plan and execute engaging activities.

Skills

Childcare

Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)

Team Collaboration

Communication

Education

Level 2 Childcare Qualification

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: Kido Nursery & Preschool Battersea, Malvern House, 2A Palmer Rd, Nine Elms, London SW11 4GJ

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.

What we offer

The Level 2 Early Years Educator role offers a salary of up to £28,750 for full time, 40 hours per week. If you’re looking for part time hours, let us know and we will see how we can accommodate you. By joining Kido you will get:

• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising year on year to 30 days after 5 years 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

What the Level 2 Early Years Educator role entails

Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition and people are at the core of everything we do. As a Qualified Early Years Educator you’ll be more than just an Educator; you’ll be an ambassador for our values, and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture.

Your primary focus will be creating a safe and inspiring learning environment where every child thrives. You’ll be a team player ensuring that you and your team meet the unique needs of each child. You’ll collaborate with your team to plan, organise and execute engaging activities that align with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS).

You’ll be an integral part of setting the stage for curiosity and exploration, utilising both indoor and outdoor spaces. With a hands-on approach and with great attention to detail, you’ll deliver exceptional experiences throughout the children's learning journeys within our nursery.

What we’re looking for

• For the Level 2 Early Years Educator role you’ll hold a relevant childcare qualification, level 2 minimum.
• Your values will align with our 3 core values - Listen, Learn and Lead.
• You will likely have some experience in a similar role within a nursery or other childcare or educational setting.
• You must hold the right to work in the UK.

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.