Location
Kido Fulham Nursery & Preschool

Hours
Full Time - 40 hours per week

Salary
Level 2 Apprenticeship: £18,200 per annum
Once qualified: £26,000 per annum (£12.50 per hour)
Level 3 Apprenticeship: £19,240 per annum
Pay increase to £21,320 (after Level 2 competency sign off, usually within first 2 months)
Second year pay uplift to minimum wage for age
Post-qualification salary: at least £26,499 (£12.74 per hour) plus a £500 qualification bonus paid in two instalments

About the Role
Welcome to the heart of Kido, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do! As an Early Years Apprentice, you will gain valuable hands-on experience within the nursery while working towards a sought-after early years qualification. You will take ownership of your apprenticeship journey by actively engaging in training, seeking feedback, and applying new skills to support your professional development.

You will create a warm, safe, and engaging environment where children feel happy, supported, and inspired to learn. Supporting children's learning and development through exciting, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework and Kido curriculum will be a key part of your role.

Building meaningful relationships with children, becoming a trusted and nurturing key person in their daily lives, and working closely with parents and carers to share children's progress and achievements are essential responsibilities. You will help create stimulating learning environments that encourage curiosity, creativity, independence, and exploration.

Supporting children of all abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring every child feels included and valued, is fundamental. You will develop your skills through mentoring, training, and hands-on experience with innovative teaching approaches and curriculum enhancements.

Maintaining the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and child wellbeing at all times is mandatory. You will collaborate with a supportive team to deliver exceptional childcare, nursery events, and enriching learning experiences.

Benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities while building a rewarding career in early years education. Annual leave starts at 20 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days after 5 years of service.

Experience
No prior experience required. Enthusiasm and a passion for working with children are essential.

About you
- Committed to taking ownership of your apprenticeship journey
- Passionate about early years education and child development
- Able to create a warm, safe, and engaging environment for children
- Willing to support children of all abilities including those with SEN
- A team player who collaborates effectively with colleagues and families
- Dedicated to maintaining high standards of safeguarding, health, safety, and wellbeing

Qualifications
Working towards a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification as part of the apprenticeship. No previous qualifications required to start.

Additional Benefits
- Your birthday off
- 100% free childcare at Kido (subject to availability and terms)
- £1,000 refer a friend bonus
- 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
- Confidential employee assistance programme and wellness hub
- Cycle to work scheme

Safer Recruitment
All posts involving direct contact with children are subject to enhanced DBS and barred lists checks. Kido is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and ensures recruitment procedures prevent unsuitable people from gaining access to children. Candidates will be asked to provide details of unspent convictions and those not filtered under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 as amended.