At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the Nursery Manager in daily operations and lead a passionate team.
- Company: Welcoming Pre-Prep nursery in beautiful Royal Tunbridge Wells.
- Benefits: Opportunity for contract extension, supportive team environment, and engaging work with children.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on creating a nurturing environment for children aged 2-5.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's early development and education.
- Qualifications: Experience in nursery leadership and a passion for early years education.
Location: Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: 3 months initially, with potential to extend
Age Group: 2–5 years
Start: ASAP
Humly is looking for a passionate and experienced Deputy Nursery Manager to join a welcoming Pre-Prep setting in central Royal Tunbridge Wells on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential to extend. Set within a beautiful Edwardian house, just a short walk from the centre of Tunbridge Wells, the setting provides a warm, nurturing and stimulating environment for children aged 2–5 years. The Pre-Prep focuses on learning through play, children's development and preparing children for school.
About the Setting
Children enjoy a wide range of activities including creative and messy play, sensory experiences, imaginative play, educational games, Montessori-inspired activities and outdoor learning. The setting also offers dance and movement sessions, trips into town, seasonal celebrations and school-readiness activities.
The Role
As Deputy Manager, you'll work closely with the Nursery Manager to support the day-to-day running of the setting, lead and support the team, and help ensure consistently high standards of care, education and safeguarding.
We're looking for someone who is:
- Experienced within a nursery leadership or senior role
- Passionate about early years education and children's development
- Confident supporting and motivating a team
- Knowledgeable about the EYFS and safeguarding
- Organised, proactive and an excellent communicator
- Committed to creating a positive, engaging environment for children aged 2–5
Why Join?
This is a great opportunity to join a well-regarded Pre-Prep setting in central Tunbridge Wells, working alongside an experienced team and playing an important role in supporting children, families and staff.
Interested? If you're an enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager looking for your next opportunity and are available for a 3-month contract with potential to extend, Humly would love to hear from you.
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