Deputy Nursery Manager - Full-time

Folkestonegirls; Ashford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Nursery in Ashford is seeking a passionate Deputy Manager to join their team starting September 2025. The ideal candidate will have an NVQ Level 3 or above, a strong knowledge of the EYFS, and excellent communication skills to support children and parents. The role offers opportunities for professional development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

New staff induction and ongoing training

First aid training

Free lunch

Free parking on site

Staff fee remission

Access to Benenden Health Scheme

Term-time holiday allowance

Qualifications

• At least an NVQ Level 3 in Early Years.
• Thorough knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage.
• Good grasp of English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a planned Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum.
• Provide high-quality Nursery care.
• Work effectively as part of a team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Knowledge of EYFS

Education

NVQ Level 3 or above

Job description

We are looking for an impassioned Deputy Manager for our Nursery commencing September 2025.

Reporting to the Head of Early Years, working effectively as part of a team, we are looking for an energetic and enthusiastic practitioner who will use their personal skills, knowledge and experience to deliver a planned Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and high quality Nursery care.

You will need to have at least an NVQ Level 3 or above and a thorough knowledge of the EYFS. We also require you to have a good grasp of English, both written and spoken to support children, parents and your colleagues.

Spring Grove has a well-established and strong leadership team combined with a large number of experienced and outstanding teachers, and the school is well-placed to offer the successful candidate the opportunity to develop key skills and experience in a highly motivated environment.

Benefits:

1. New staff induction, ongoing training and professional support.
2. First aid training in line with school policy.
3. Free lunch and free parking on site.
4. Staff fee remission.
5. Access to the Benenden Health Scheme following probation
6. Term-time holiday allowance.

Interviews anticipated to be held week commencing 15th June 2025