Deputy Room Leader - High Barnet (Launching April 2026)

DescriptionKido is a place where innovation and imagination unite to create modern Early Years settings. Were looking for a Deputy Room Leader to join our team at Kido location: Kido International Nursery & Preschool High Barnet High Street Barnet EN5 5UE – (Launching April 2026)We are international operating in India USA and the the UK all our nurseries are Ofsted rated Good and Outstanding and are based in London and Windsor. Were 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. We believe that a combination of free and structured play an engaging and interactive learning environment and an abundance of love care and attention provide the most solid foundation for children in their early years. Find out more about each of our nurseries by visiting we offerThe Deputy Room Leader role offers a salary range of up to 29000 for full time 40 hours per week. 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) 1000 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 We encourage our team to be the best they can be. As a growing nursery group we can prioritise your development so that youll be ready for other positions as they arise throughout the company!What the Deputy Room Leader role entailsWelcome to the heart of Kido where passion ambition and people are at the core of everything we do! As a Deputy Room Leader youll be more than just a leader; youll be an ambassador for our values and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture.We set the bar high aiming for nothing less than greatness and your role will be instrumental in achieving that. Youll take ownership of your room alongside the Room Leader taking learning outcomes and transforming them into inspiring classroom experiences for the children to thrive.Youll be a team player ensuring that you and your team meet the unique needs of each child leading your room team to plan organise and execute engaging activities that align with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) standards and the Kido curriculum. Youll ensure the educators in your classroom take ownership of observing and assessing their key children and youll support them in setting goals for each child. Youll showcase the Kido values and standards through leading by example and step up in your Room Leaders absence to ensure your room remains outstanding welcoming and supportive.Youll 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 youll deliver exceptional experiences throughout the childrens learning journeys within our nursery. An ability to effectively communicate with parents children and colleagues will empower you to deliver the best experience possible.We believe in celebrating every childs unique journey and youll play a key role in assessing and recording their progress and achievements. By aligning to our systems of observation youll ensure no milestone goes unnoticed and every achievement is celebrated.We take pride in creating a nurturing environment that caters to individual needs acknowledging the diversity of each childs background culture disabilities and medical history. Your flexibility and dedication insights and feedback will be valued as we constantly push the boundaries of excellence and reimagine what exceptional early years education really means.What were looking for For the Early Years Deputy Room Leader role youll already hold a relevant childcare qualification level 2 minimum. To find out what quals count visit Your values will align with our 3 core values – Listen Learn and Lead You will be an experienced Educator and may already be a Deputy Room Leader within a nursery setting You must hold the right to work in the UK If shortlisted youll be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions prior to interview in line with our Safer Recruitment process. We will also process an Enhanced DBS Criminal Record check for anyone who joins the team Whats nextIf youre ready to seize the opportunity to join the Kido team and build a fulfilling career apply today and well be in touch. You can expect an initial phone call with one of our Talent Partners who will take you through the next stages.If you have any questions dont hesitate to reach out to us via Connect with usFacebook: page: RecruitmentAll posts involving direct contact with children are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. However amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 & 2020) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are protected. These are not subject to disclosure to employers and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website or seehere.Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide details of all unspent convictions and those that would not be filtered prior to the date of the interview. You may be asked for further information about your criminal history during the recruitment process. If your application is successful this self-disclosure information will be checked against information from the Disclosure & Barring Service before your appointment is confirmed.*If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information you should seek legal advice or you may wish to contact Nacro or Unlock for impartial advice. There is more information on filtering and protected offences on the Ministry of Justice website.Unlock text *Kido is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Kido will ensure that our recruitment procedures meet the standards set out in our safer recruitment policy (available upon request) and our selection criteria prevents unsuitable people from gaining access to children. As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care successful candidates are expected to undergo pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check. Key Skills Agency,Advertisement,Esol,Furniture,ERP Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1