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Ashford School is an independent, coeducational, day and boarding school for children from 0-18, founded in 1898. There are nearly 1000 students in the whole School, divided equally between the Senior School (11-18) and the Prep School and Nurseries (0-11). We expect the number of students in the Senior School to grow over the next ten years and are planning developments which will allow this to happen progressively. At full capacity there are 170 boarders in the Senior School, mostly from overseas, cared for by a number of resident teachers and support staff; 20 nationalities are represented. Working at Ashford School is an opportunity to be part of an inspiring, unique, vibrant, and inclusive community. We currently employ around 390 people who work together to maintain and develop our very friendly and outstanding School. Ashford is set in the middle of Kent, approximately 20 minutes journey from the Kent coasts: a stunning piece of coastline with something for everyone. We are in the ‘Garden of England’ with beautiful rolling countryside all around, including the Kent Downs, which is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. We provide full induction and support for all new staff and want to ensure your transition to us is as smooth as possible. We encourage our employees to further develop their skills and abilities. We support independent study courses as well as offering a vast array of professional development opportunities from being part of United Learning. Ashford School is part of United Learning, a large, and growing, group of schools aiming to offer a life-changing education to children and young people across England. United Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online check.

We always appoint on merit, and we are open to discussing flexible working options.

Contractual hours 38.25

Basis Full Time

Region zKent

Job category/type Support Staff

Date posted 01/12/2025

Job reference REQ004319

Join our vibrant team of Early Practitioners and make a real difference! Exciting opportunities await at Bridge Nursery and The Stables Nursery.

Flexible and part time positions are available.

NVQ3 or equivalent in Childcare required.

• 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!

The ability to adapt to the fast pace of nursery life and offer exciting opportunities to our children.

You are inspired and driven to share exciting ideas with our children’s young minds.

You show initiative and motivation.

You are happy to work as part of a team.

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.
• Flexible Rewards and Salary Sacrifice schemes.
• Free parking onsite
• Lunches provided (term time only)

If you would like to visit the nurseries before you apply, please contactBridge Nursery - Francesca Russell (russellf@ashfordschool.co.uk)

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.