49 Best practice educator Jobs in Royal Tunbridge Wells (July 2026)

Welcome to the heart of Holden Park Nursery and Preschool, where passion, ambition, and people are at the core of everything we do! As the Deputy Nursery Manager, you'll be more than just a leader; you'll be an ambassador for our values, and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture. The Deputy Nursery Manager role offers a competitive salary , and is a full time, 40 hours per week position. Take the chance to build a remarkable career with us. Holden Park Nursery and Preschool, Tunbridge Wells, is looking for a Deputy Nursery Manager to join the team! This is your opportunity to join an amazing growing nursery who champion career growth like no other! What we're looking for For the Deputy Manager role, it is essential that you hold a relevant childcare qualification, level 3 minimum and have experience working within management in Early Years. Level 2 qualifications in Maths and English including functional skills are also a must if you obtained a Level 3 qualification after 2014. If the leadership skills mentioned in the job description above suit you, we invite you to apply today. What's next? If you're ready to seize the opportunity to join our team and build a future of possibilities for the children at Holden Park, apply today and we'll be in touch. You can expect an initial phone call with our recruitment team who will take you through the next stages. What you'll be doing! • Lead nursery operations by ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the setting and maintaining high standards of care, education, and compliance., • Manage and develop staff through supervision, appraisals, coaching, training, induction, and professional development opportunities., • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), overseeing safeguarding practices, referrals, staff training, and child protection procedures., • Maintain health and safety compliance, including risk assessments, fire drills, medication administration, security, and adherence to Health & Safety and COSHH regulations., • Build strong relationships with families, working in partnership with parents to support children's individual needs and provide exceptional customer service., • Ensure EYFS and Ofsted compliance by implementing policies, maintaining accurate records, monitoring quality, and leading inspection readiness., • Drive high-quality teaching and learning by supporting curriculum delivery, monitoring observations and learning journeys, and promoting best practice in early years education., • Oversee staffing and resource management, ensuring appropriate ratios, effective delegation, accurate record-keeping, and efficient use of resources., • Support nursery growth and occupancy through parent tours, events, collaboration with admissions teams, and maintaining excellent parent experiences., • Promote a positive, inclusive culture by leading by example, encouraging teamwork, championing equality and diversity, and supporting continuous improvement across the nursery.

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