At a Glance
- Tasks: Create a nurturing environment for children to learn and thrive.
- Company: Join Kido, a fast-growing international nursery with a vibrant culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy 20 days annual leave, free childcare, and career progression opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic team with excellent support for your wellbeing and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in children's lives while building a rewarding career.
- Qualifications: Passion for early years education and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 26436 - 27000 £ per year.
Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do! As an Early Years Assistant you'll be more than just an educator; you'll be an ambassador for our values, and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture.
Kido are looking for Early Years Educators to join the team at Kido International Nursery & Preschool Wandsworth, Unit 3B, 04, 6 Barley Walk, High Street, London SW18 1UL. The Early Years Assistant role offers a salary range of £26,436 to £27,000 and is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Take the chance to build a remarkable career in a fast-growing international company who champion career growth like no other!
Benefits
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 30 days after 5 years service
- Your birthday off
- 100% Free Childcare (Subject to availability, T&Cs apply)
- Up to £1000 refer a friend bonus
- Free Staff Lunches
- Annual performance-related pay increases
- Brilliant career progression opportunities
- Company awards and celebrations
- 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 not just a confidential employee assistance programme but access to our wellness hub
- Cycle to work scheme
Unfortunately we are not able to support Sponsorship Application at this time.
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.
What’s next? If you’re ready to seize the opportunity to join the Kido team and build a future of possibilities for the children at our Kido nursery, apply today and we’ll be in touch. You can expect an initial phone call with our recruitment team who will take you through the next stages. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to us via careers@kido.school.
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 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.
Early Years Assistant in Wandsworth employer: Kido
At Kido, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values passion and ambition in a vibrant work culture. As a Deputy Nursery Manager at our High Barnet location, you'll enjoy generous benefits such as 100% free childcare, a supportive environment for professional growth, and a commitment to employee wellbeing, all while making a meaningful impact on children's lives.
