At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nurturing pre-school, ensuring high-quality education and care for young children.
- Company: Steps Pre-School, a warm, faith-centred setting at St Stephen’s Church.
- Benefits: Term-time working, supportive environment, and a competitive salary of £24,000 - £26,000.
- Other info: Join a community-focused role that reflects Christian values and promotes child development.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful difference in children's lives while leading a dedicated team.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Early Years qualification and leadership experience in early years.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 26000 £ per year.
Steps Pre‑School, based at St Stephen’s Church, Tonbridge, is seeking an experienced and passionate Pre‑School Manager to lead our warm, nurturing, and faith‑centred setting. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed early years professional to provide outstanding leadership, ensuring high‑quality education and care in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), while actively promoting our strong Christian ethos.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the daily operation of the pre‑school
- Ensure alignment with the vision and ministry of the church
- Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead
- Inspire and manage a dedicated staff team
- Develop and deliver a creative, inclusive EYFS curriculum
- Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and the church community
- Ensure compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding, and statutory requirements
- Support the long‑term growth and sustainability of Steps Pre‑School
Qualifications
- A Level 3 Early Years qualification or above
- Proven experience in a leadership or management role within early years
- A strong understanding of EYFS and child development
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A warm, values‑led leadership style
- A commitment to ongoing professional development
This role is subject to a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful candidate is a practising Christian, whose life and work reflect the values of the Christian faith. An Enhanced DBS check (including barred list) is required.
What We're Offering
- A supportive church‑based environment
- Term‑time working
- Opportunity to lead and develop a well‑established setting
- A role that makes a meaningful difference to children and families
- A salary of £24,000 - £26,000 per annum depending on experience (FTE £33,500 - £36,350)
