Part Time Daycare Support Staff (Kansai)

Job Requirements

Job Requirements

• Current Residence: You must currently reside in Japan.
• Language: Native-level English proficiency. (Mandarin Chinese proficiency can be a fantastic bonus!)
• Visa: A valid Japanese working visa (Visa sponsorship is not available).
• Experience: Previous experience in a school setting (preschool age and above) is highly preferred. A background in customer service is also a wonderful advantage.
• Bonus Skills: Do you play an instrument? Dance? Paint? Let us know!

Job Description

AFTERNOON DAYCARE STAFF – Kinder Kids International School (Kansai Area)

Looking for rewarding work with children in an international environment?
Kinder Kids International School (KKIS) is currently seeking enthusiastic and caring part-time daycare staff to join our growing team across the Kansai region.

This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals who enjoy working with young children and are looking to gain experience in international preschool and childcare education in Japan.

About Kinder Kids

Kinder Kids International School is a global educational organisation with campuses in Japan, Canada, and Hawaii.

Our schools provide a bilingual learning environment where children develop confidence, communication skills, and international awareness from an early age.

Position Overview

This is an afternoon support role within our daycare programme.

Children attend structured educational classes during the day before joining our daycare programme in the afternoon. As part of the daycare team, you will help provide a safe, positive, and engaging environment for students after class hours.

Main Responsibilities

• Supervising children during nap time and free play
• Supporting outdoor park activities
• Assisting with arts and crafts activities
• Preparing and supervising afternoon snack time
• Supporting basic childcare needs, including nappy/diaper changing
• Assisting with classroom organisation and cleaning duties
• Helping maintain a warm and supportive environment for children

Working Hours & Locations
Shift Availability

• Afternoon shifts only
• Approximately 12:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• No morning or weekend shifts available for this role

Locations

Schools are primarily located throughout the greater Osaka area, with additional campuses in:

• Kyoto
• Nara
• Hyogo

We are particularly looking for people who can get to the following schools:

• Sakai
• Nara Tomigaoka
• Ibaraki Saito
• Kyoto

Salary & Benefits

• Hourly wage starting from ¥1,200
• Performance-based increases up to ¥1,230
• Transportation reimbursement up to ¥40,000 per month
• Paid annual leave based on weekly working days
• Structured onboarding and training programme
• Opportunities for progression into full-time positions, including:
  • Class Assistant
  • Lead Class Teacher

Additional Benefits

• Social insurance enrolment (health & pension) for eligible employees working 20+ hours per week
  (excluding certain visa categories, including student visa holders)
• Employment insurance for eligible employees
  (excluding student visa holders)
• Regular performance feedback and annual wage reviews
• Friendly and multicultural working environment

Requirements

Applicants should:

• Be proficient in spoken and written English
• Be available to work afternoon shifts
• Enjoy working with young children
• Currently reside in Japan
• Hold valid work permission/visa status
• Be physically and mentally fit for childcare work
  (medical check required)

Preferred Skills & Experience

We would especially welcome applicants with:

• Customer service or childcare experience
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Interest in bilingual education and international environments
• Reliable transportation access
• Musical abilities
• Japanese or Mandarin Chinese language ability
• First aid certification
• Preschool, Kindergarten, or ECE qualifications

Even if you do not meet every preferred qualification, we still encourage enthusiastic applicants to apply.

How to Apply

We want to see both your enthusiasm and your attention to detail.

Please submit:

• An up-to-date Resume/CV
  (including your date of birth and education history)
• A Cover Letter

In your Cover Letter, please include:

• The phrase “Shaping the Future at KKIS” as the first line
• Why you would like to work at Kinder Kids International School
• A short example of any experience you have working with children
• Your current visa status
• Your earliest available start date
• Your preferred weekly shift availability

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to an online interview.

We look forward to hearing from you and hope you will join us in supporting the next generation of learners!

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