We are looking for Passionate Early Years Practitioners to join our team.  We have positions available at Bridge Nursery and the Stables Nursery. Flexible and part time positions are available.

NVQ3 or equivalent in Childcare preferred but will consider exceptional newly qualified candidates with at least a Level 2 qualification

Do you love to explore the great outdoors?

When you look at a tub of empty containers and boxes do you see endless opportunities?

Do you have the confidence to release your inner child?

If you answered yes to the above, then we would love to hear from you!

Personal qualities:

You must have the ability to adapt to the fast pace of nursery life and be able to offer exciting opportunities to our children on the spot.
You are easily inspired and are driven to share your exciting ideas with our children’s young minds.
You demonstrate initiative and motivation.
You are committed to the role you play in our team, ensuring you are on time and prepared for the day ahead.
Finally, you must be prepared to get messy!

In return, we will offer you:

We offer flexibility with weekly working hours – this can be negotiated to suit your needs. Part-time options are also available.
A fantastic programme of in-house training and continuing professional development.
Five weeks paid holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) .
Flexible Rewards and Salary Sacrifice schemes.
Free parking onsite
Lunches provided (term time only)

Salary: £26,170.00 - £27,183.00 FTE, Depending on experience.

If you would like to visit the nurseries before you apply, please contact:

Bridge Nursery - Francesca Russell (russellf@ashfordschool.co.uk)

Stables Nursery - Sarah House (houses@ashfordschool.co.uk)

To apply, visit: https://www.ashfordschool.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/

NOTE: We reserve the right to interview and offer to a strong candidate prior to the closing date. It is strongly recommended that candidates submit their applications as soon as possible.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS check is required for all successful applicants.

Ashford School is part of United Learning, a large and growing group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education across England. As a group, we achieve more by sharing than any single school could. 

Ashford School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

All appointments are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, the results of an online medical questionnaire and two satisfactory references.