Pre-School Manager

Job in Tonbridge, Kent County, TN9, England, UK

Listing for: One Stop Centre for Advice and Resources

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-30

Job specializations:

Education / Teaching
Preschool / Daycare, Early Childhood Education, Education Administration

Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 33500 - 36350 GBP Yearly GBP 33500.00 36350.00 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.

As Pre-School Manager, you will:

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

We are looking for someone with:

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.

We are 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)

Closing date for applications: 9am on 21st September 2026

Interviews:
Late September / Early October 2026

St Stephen's Church is committed to safeguarding and prioritising the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All post holders are expected to share this commitment.

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