GUIDING LITTLE STEPS TOWARD A BIG FUTURE!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Nursery Manager to come and join our on-site Nursery at Canterbury College. This is a fixed term placement until 31 October 2025 (To be confirmed) to help cover parental leave.
You may have worked as an Early Years Practitioner or Nursery Assistant and are looking for the next step in your career. This is a fantastic opportunity to get your foot in the door and gain that valuable experience!

What makes us special:

• A warm, inclusive and supportive team environment
• Purpose-built nursery settings filled with laughter, learning and care
• A shared passion for supporting children’s development in their vital early years

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience in a nursery or early years setting
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Works well as part of a team and can bring a positive, enthusiastic attitude
• Is flexible, reliable and passionate about early childhood education

Alongside our priority of an excellent nursery experience for every child, we also focus on our employees. Here are just some of our benefits when working for the East Kent Colleges Group:

• Generous Annual Leave - 26 Days FTE per annum, +3 days after 5 years
• Learning and Development Opportunities - 3-4 annual paid group development days, bespoke training programmes and strong internal progression-1 in 3 roles are filled internally
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks - Inc. restaurant, grocery, retail and holidays discounts as well as car leasing and tech purchasing schemes, on-site nursery
• Flexible Personal Leave - Time off for your child’s first day at nursery, school or college, moving homes and for interviews
• Wellbeing and Health Support - Generous sick pay, counselling services, discounted gym membership at Canterbury College
• Culture and Recognition - Being part of Community Days, an annual Staff Celebration Day, and an eco-friendly organisation dedicated to reaching net-zero by 2030
• Competitive Pension Scheme - 18% Employer Contribution

ABOUT YOU

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Assistant Nursery Manager to join our team and make a genuine difference in children’s lives. If you’re hardworking, experienced, and committed to delivering high-quality care and education, we’d love to hear from you!