Early Years Apprentice- High Barnet NEW LAUNCH 2026!
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Welcome to the heart of Kido where passion ambition and people are at the core of everything we do! As an Apprentice youll gain valuable hands-on experience within the nursery while working towards a sought-after early years qualification.
Our Level 3 course takes approximately 2 years to complete but offers you advancement to Level 2 sign off as soon as youre ready. The apprenticeship is designed to be work-based with dedicated time allocated to support you with relevant learning and study to gain your qualification.
We are looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our team at Kido International Nursery & Preschool High Barnet NEW LAUNCH 2026!
Our Level 3 course takes approximately 2 years to complete but offers you advancement to Level 2 sign off as soon as youre ready. The apprenticeship is designed to be work-based with dedicated time allocated to support you with relevant learning and study to gain your qualification.
We are looking for an Early Years Apprentice to join our team at Kido International Nursery & Preschool High Barnet NEW LAUNCH 2026!
What were looking for:
- For the Level 3 Apprentice role you do not need any existing qualifications but must have genuine passion for Early Years and Childcare and be hardworking and keen to learn
- You must have some evidence of experience with children ideally in a nursery setting
- You must have the right to work in the UK and must hold UK residency for the past 3 years or more
- Maths and English GCSE is desirable however if you do not have these then you will complete a Level 2 Maths and English Functional Skills test to show competence in these areas. To be accepted initially current equivalent of Level 1 Maths and English is required
- Your values will align with our 3 core values - Listen Learn and Lead
- 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
Unfortunately we are not able to support Sponsorship Application at this time.
Whats next
Whats next
If 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
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What we offer
What we offer on L2 Apprenticeship
- The Early Years Apprentice role offers a salary for L2 Apprenticeship of 18200 for full time 40 hours per week.
- Once qualified salary increase to 26000 (12.50)
What we offer on L3 Apprenticeship
- The Early Years Apprentice role offers a salary for L3 Apprenticeship of 19240 for full time 40 hours per week.
- A pay increase when you achieve Level 2 competency sign off bringing your salary up to 21320 (10.25) . Usually achievable within your first 2 months of employment.
- In the second year of your apprenticeship you will receive a big pay uplift to the minimum wage for age.
- Once you complete your qualification your salary will increase to at least 26499 (12.74) and you will be eligible for your qualification bonus of 500 paid in 2 instalments.
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising year on year to 30 days after 5 years service
- Your birthday off
- 100% free childcare at Kido (subject to available spaces & T&Cs)
- 1000 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
- 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!
Safer Recruitment
All 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 see here.
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.
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*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.
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About Company
Joining Kido means that you’ll be welcomed into a people-driven, ambitious and caring team . Kido is a network of innovative international nurseries and preschools with nurseries and preschools in the United Kingdom, the USA and India. We’re global in our scope and ambition, but our c ... View more
