Hoe Bridge School

Hoe Bridge School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to support the leadership and day-to-day running of their nurturing and high-quality Greenfield Little School Early Years setting. As Deputy Nursery Manager, you will work closely with the Nursery Manager to ensure the smooth operation of the setting while maintaining the highest standards in line with the EYFS Statutory Framework and Ofsted requirements. You will play a key leadership role, supporting staff, engaging with families, and stepping up to lead the nursery in the manager's absence. This is a hands-on position, requiring flexibility and a willingness to support across all areas, including working directly with children in the classrooms, while contributing to continuous improvement, staff development, safeguarding practices, and the overall quality of care and education provided. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is committed to delivering outstanding care and education. Key Responsibilities Operational Leadership Support the daily running of the nursery, including staff rotas, health & safety checks, and maintaining accurate records. Child Development & Learning Deliver and support high-quality care and education, ensuring an engaging and effective EYFS curriculum for all children. Team Leadership & Support Mentor and supervise Room Leaders and Practitioners, contributing to inductions, supervisions, and appraisals. Safeguarding & Welfare Act as Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, promoting a safe, secure, and inclusive environment for children, staff, and visitors. Parent Partnerships Build strong relationships with families, communicate children's progress, and support enquiries and nursery tours. Compliance & Standards Ensure the nursery consistently meets all statutory requirements and maintains excellent Ofsted standards. Greenfield Little School is a well-established, nurturing early years setting providing high-quality care and education for children aged 6 months to 4+ years. Operating year-round, Little School supports each child's development and prepares them for a smooth transition into Reception in the September prior to their fifth birthday. As an integral part of Hoe Bridge School, it reflects the same ethos, combining a warm, welcoming atmosphere with a strong focus on purposeful learning and development. Essential Requirements: Minimum Level 3 qualification in childcare, education, or equivalent. Experience in a supervisory or Room Leader role within an Early Years setting. Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding procedures, and health & safety legislation. Desirable: Previous experience in a DSL or DDSL role. Knowledge and experience of the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) and Independent Schools Standards (ISSR). Skills & Attributes: Confident leadership and team management abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organisational and administrative capability. Ability to remain calm under pressure and respond to emergencies. Competent IT skills for record-keeping and reporting. A caring, patient, and compassionate approach. Flexible, resilient, and genuinely passionate about early childhood education. For full details of the role and to apply, please visit the Hoe Bridge School website: Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 1 May 2026 Hoe Bridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any person offered a position will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Personal Assistant to the Head of Prep Required for August 2026 Full Time Salary: The salary will be competitive and commensurate with the importance of this appointment and will reflect qualifications and experience. Hoe Bridge School is seeking an experienced and highly organised Personal Assistant to provide professional support to the Head of Prep. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth running of the Head of Prep s office, contributing to the effective leadership of the school, and supporting both day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives. This role requires a well-qualified and energetic person who has the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment. We are seeking someone with vision, purpose, warmth and humour, who works positively with colleagues and has excellent organisational and administrative skills. Working at the centre of everything that goes on in our busy and dynamic Prep Department, you will have exceptional communication skills and will play an integral role in the successful day-to-day running of our busy school. Attention to detail and excellence in client service are essential to the role. Good personal presentation, a friendly disposition and a willingness to participate in school life are considered important qualities for this position. Candidates must possess the ability to prioritise workloads effectively, maintain confidentiality, remain calm under pressure, and use tact and discretion when dealing with people. The willingness to learn, work collaboratively as part of a team, and support the wider life of the school is essential. You will be trustworthy, discreet, organised, and deadline-focused, taking a proactive, solutions-oriented approach. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities are also required. This is a full-time post and reports to the Head of Prep as line manager. Desirable qualities include: Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or in a similar administrative role, providing support to senior leaders. Experience of managing complex diaries and schedules, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, work proactively and meet deadlines. Experience of handling confidential and sensitive information with discretion and professionalism. Experience of organising meetings, including preparing agendas, taking minutes and following up on actions. Experience of drafting, proofreading and preparing correspondence, reports, briefing papers and presentations. Experience of liaising effectively with senior staff, parents, governors and external partners, maintaining a professional front-of-house presence. Experience of coordinating events, functions, recruitment processes (including arranging interviews) and school-related activities. Experience of managing administrative systems, databases and record-keeping, with proficiency in Microsoft Office. The salary will reflect qualifications and experience. Benefits: All Hoe Bridge staff receive the following benefits in line with their employment status: concession on school fees, pension scheme, free parking on site, free lunches and refreshments during term time, free wrap around care for staff children whilst their parents are on duty and working at school, termly celebrations and concession on Holiday Camp fees. For further information on the role and to apply, please click the 'Apply Now' button to be redirected to our website. Closing date for applications: 9am, Friday 1 May 2026 with interviews will be held the following week. Hoe Bridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any person offered a position will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure. Personal Assistant to the Head of Prep - Apply now.

Lunch Cover Assistant Required for April 2026 Part Time Hoe Bridge School is looking to appoint a Lunch Cover Assistant starting in April 2026. As part of the Nursery Team at the Greenfield Little School, you will be working with children from six months and will be responsible to the Nursery Manager. You will be energetic with vision, purpose, warmth and humour, someone who works positively with colleagues and derives satisfaction from caring for and encouraging all children. Ideally, you will have experience of working with children from six months to four years. You will be friendly, adaptable, flexible, well organised and confident dealing with parents, staff and pupils. Greenfield Little School is a well-established, nurturing early years setting providing high-quality care and education for children aged 6 months to 4+ years. Operating year-round, Little School supports each child's development and prepares them for a smooth transition into Reception in the September prior to their fifth birthday. As an integral part of Hoe Bridge School, it reflects the same ethos, combining a warm, welcoming atmosphere with a strong focus on purposeful learning and development. Full details are available on the Hoe Bridge School website: The school will accept applications from both qualified or unqualified candidates, but previous experience within a school or nursery setting is desirable. Salary: FTE salary range will be between £25,651 and £28,217 Closing date for applications: 9.00am, Friday 24 April 2026 Hoe Bridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any person offered a position will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure.

Level 3 Nursery Practitioner (Maternity Cover) Required for June 2026 Full Time Hoe Bridge School seeking to appoint a Level 3 qualified practitioner to cover a period of maternity leave starting in June 2026. As part of the Nursery Team at the Greenfield Little School, you will be working with children from six months and will be responsible to the Nursery Manager. You will be well-qualified and energetic with vision, purpose, warmth and humour, someone who works positively with colleagues and derives satisfaction from caring for and encouraging all children. You will hold an appropriate Early Years or Child Care qualification equivalent to Level 3 and have experience of working with children from six months to four years. You will be friendly, adaptable, flexible, well organised and confident dealing with parents, staff and pupils. Greenfield Little School is a well-established, nurturing early years setting providing high-quality care and education for children aged 6 months to 4+ years. Operating year-round, Little School supports each child's development and prepares them for a smooth transition into Reception in the September prior to their fifth birthday. As an integral part of Hoe Bridge School, it reflects the same ethos, combining a warm, welcoming atmosphere with a strong focus on purposeful learning and development. Full details are available on the Hoe Bridge School website: Applicants are expected to have previous experience within a school or nursery setting. An appropriate Early Years or Childcare qualification at Level 3 (or equivalent) is essential. Salary: FTE salary range will be between £25,651 and £28,217 Closing date for applications: 9.00am, Friday 24 April 2026 Hoe Bridge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any person offered a position will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure.