Work for Koru Kids
Introduction to Koru Kids
Koru Kids is on a mission to build the world’s best childcare.
We’re the UK’s fastest-growing childcare service, striving to make it easier and more affordable for families to access high-quality childcare.
We’re on the hunt for caring and reliable people of all ages in cities across the UK to become amazing childcarers, either as part-time nannies or full-time early educators.
Why we’re working with Rest Less
We believe over 50s are perfect for our childcare roles and our families think they’re pretty amazing too! They’re reliable, experienced, and committed to supporting the families they work with. We’re looking to grow the number of people with life experience in our childcare roles as we’ve seen how incredible they are as inspiring and nurture children and this is exactly what our families are looking for.
This year our Stop the Pause campaign is fighting for employers to offer more support to women experiencing menopause symptoms. We want to hire 5000 nannies and childminders into our menopause-friendly workplace this year and into roles where they feel valued and supported. We know the community at Restless share our aspiration to allow older women to be able to press play on their careers again.
Why work with Koru Kids?
Caring for children is a truly rewarding career that benefits the wellbeing of both child and carer and will fill your days with fun, learning, and love.
We’ve found that older adults make some of the best childcarers and are committed to building a service that enables people of all backgrounds to flourish in their careers. Whether you’ve been a parent, grandparent, teacher, or just love being around kids, we’re here to help you find your perfect childcare role and to support you throughout the process. We’ll train and coach you and take care of all the admin, so you’ll never be left stranded not knowing what to do.
Signing up to be a nanny or an early educator takes just a few minutes, and we’ll guide you through the whole process.
What's it like to be a Koru Kids Nanny?
If you’re passionate about kids and want a fun and fulfilling job, you’ll fit right in at Koru Kids. The main day to day tasks include picking the kids up from school, helping them with their homework, preparing a simple meal and keeping them entertained until their parents get home.
The job hours are very flexible, and you choose a place to work that’s close to home. What’s more, Koru Kids offer you all the support you need, so you’ll never be left stranded not knowing what to do.
And with the job application process taking just a week, why not see if there’s a role near you today?
Find your perfect opportunity at Koru Kids today
Real-life stories
Glaucia, mother of four
Sixty-year-old Glaucia found a new reason to smile when she landed a job as a part-time nanny with Koru Kids. In her current role, she’s made to feel nothing but welcome, which she says is largely a consequence of the support she receives from Koru Kids.
She explained, “Koru Kids were so welcoming and I don’t feel like I am the odd one out because I’m older. I can engage with other nannies that are my age and I get so much support from the agency staff. Any time I call them with a concern or question, they answer quickly and I feel like they’re always there for me.”
Want to read Glaucia’s full story? Read more here.
Nashwah, mother of four, grandmother of two
Nashwah is a mother of four and grandma of two. She has a CACHE qualification and a science degree. She enjoys reading, going to the gym and going out on walks. She has cared for her friends’ children, doing the school run, helping with homework and cooking with them.
“As I am from the Middle East, my culture is different to that of most people in the UK. So, I would like to thank Koru Kids for providing this opportunity for people like me, which has introduced me to a different culture and allowed me to socialise and mix with different people either at school when I pick up the kids or in the park where I take the kids to play. Also, Koru Kids provides very good facilities such as a training course (Boot Camp), a First Aid course, the ability to choose my working days and hours, and most importantly being able to choose the family I work with which is not far from home. All Koru Kids staff are lovely, friendly and very supportive. I would strongly recommend Koru Kids for all nannies and families.”
Moira, Grandmother of two
Moira has three adult children and two grandchildren. She has previously worked in a primary school, done lots of babysitting and nannied full-time. She also worked in customer services and operations.
“I’m newly retired and here is a job that I’m qualified to do and that I could enjoy. The hours suit me too! I had worked in a primary school and had spent the last four years caring for my grandsons. Koru Kids arranged introductions to families and I start work with a lovely family next week.
Example roles at Koru Kids
Part-time nanny
If you’re looking for a flexible, local, rewarding job that fits around your other commitments, this could be the perfect job for you. Families across the UK are looking for people with valuable life experience to take care of their kids aged 3-11 on weekday afternoons. You’ll be picking them up from school, helping them with their homework, and nurturing their curiosity with fun activities and outings while Koru Kids supports you every step of the way with free training and coaching.
Early educator
If you’re more experienced in caring for kids and are looking for your next challenge, sign up to be a Koru Kids childminder. We’ll help you set up your own home nursery where you can be your own boss and help raise the next generation of kind and inquisitive kids aged 6 months – 4 years. We’ll handle all the admin, training, and get you qualified without any Ofsted hassle leaving you to focus on nurturing the little ones in your care.
Koru Kids brand values
We don’t just want older people to be included, we want them to be celebrated! We’re committed to understanding the experience of the older childcarers in our workforce who are lifelines for the families they work for. Amazing childcarers can be found in all age groups, from all backgrounds, and in all walks of life. We want to give them the tools they need to thrive.