Early Years Educator

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At Kido, passion, ambition, and people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Early Years Educators to join our growing team at Kido International Nursery & Preschool Elephant Park.

As an Early Years Educator, you’ll be more than an educator—you’ll be a role model, a champion for children’s development, and an ambassador for Kido’s values and culture. This is an exciting opportunity to join an innovative and rapidly growing nursery group that genuinely invests in its people and supports exceptional career progression.

About the Role

As an Early Years Educator, you will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Working closely with colleagues, children, and families, you’ll help deliver high-quality early years education and care that inspires lifelong learning.

Position Details

• Full-time, permanent position
• 40 hours per week
• Based on site at Kido Elephant Park Nursery & Preschool
• Salary: £27,500 – £30,000 per annum

What We’re Looking For

To be successful in this role, you must have:

• A relevant Early Years or Childcare qualification at Level 2 or Level 3 (minimum)
• Level 2 English qualification, including Functional Skills where required for Level 3 qualifications achieved after 2014
• A genuine passion for working with young children and supporting their development
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• A positive, proactive attitude and commitment to delivering exceptional childcare
• A desire to develop professionally and progress within a growing organisation

Why Choose Kido?

We believe great people deserve great benefits. When you join Kido, you’ll receive:

• Competitive salary of £27,500 – £30,000
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Annual leave increasing to 30 days after five years of service
• Your birthday off every year
• 100% free childcare (subject to availability and terms and conditions)
• Up to £1,000 Refer-a-Friend bonus
• Free staff lunches
• Annual performance-related salary reviews
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Company awards, celebrations, and social events
• Healthcare cash plan
• Early access to earned wages through the Hastee app
• Perkbox discounts and savings across thousands of retailers
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support hub
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Build Your Career with Kido

This is your opportunity to become part of a forward-thinking international nursery group that champions professional development and recognises talent. Whether you’re looking to further your skills, take on new responsibilities, or progress into leadership, Kido will support you every step of the way.

Safeguarding & Recruitment

Kido is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment procedures, including an Enhanced DBS check and barred lists check.

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to disclose any unspent convictions and any convictions that are not protected under current legislation as part of the recruitment process.

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Application process: Contact your advisor to check you meet the requirements of the role. If suitable, they will ask you to send them an up-to-date copy of your CV tailored to this role.