Location
South East London

Hours
Full Time - 40 hours per week

Salary
Level 2 Apprenticeship: £18,200 per year
Once qualified: £26,000 per year (£12.50 per hour)
Level 3 Apprenticeship: £19,240 per year
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.

Create a warm, safe, and engaging environment where children feel happy, supported, and inspired to learn. Support children's learning and development through exciting, play-based activities aligned with the EYFS framework and Kido curriculum. Build meaningful relationships with children, becoming a trusted and nurturing key person in their daily lives.

Work closely with parents and carers, sharing children's progress, achievements, and special moments. Help create stimulating learning environments that encourage curiosity, creativity, independence, and exploration. Support children of all abilities, including those with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring every child feels included and valued.

Develop your skills through mentoring, training, and hands-on experience with innovative teaching approaches and curriculum enhancements. Maintain the highest standards of safeguarding, health and safety, and child well-being at all times. 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. You will receive 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays, rising year on year 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
- Motivated and eager to learn
- Committed to providing high-quality care and education
- Able to build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues
- Dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Willing to engage fully with training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications
No formal qualifications required to start. You will work towards a Level 2 or Level 3 Early Years qualification as part of your apprenticeship.

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 require enhanced DBS and barred list 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.