Pre-school Manager

Pre-School Manager

Location: Little Cuckoos Pre-School, Lyes Green, Corsley, Wiltshire, BA12 7QF

Position: Pre-School Manager

Hours: 28–35 hours per week (4–5 days a week, 08:30–15:30)

Working Pattern: Term-Time Only

Pay Rate: £16.33 per hour

Benefits: Holiday pay, workplace pension scheme, on-site parking.

About Us

At Little Cuckoos Pre-School, nestled in the peaceful village of Corsley, we believe every child is unique. We nurture and support children aged 2–5 years to become confident, sociable, and eager to learn through play in an enriching indoor and outdoor environment.

We are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, and dedicated Pre-School Manager to lead our passionate team, ensure the highest standards of early years education, and create a safe, joyful space where children thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Safeguarding & Welfare: Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) or work closely with safeguarding officers to ensure the safety, well-being, and protection of all children in accordance with setting policies and statutory regulations.
• Leadership & Management: Provide inspirational leadership to the pre-school team, promoting a collaborative, positive, and supportive working environment.
• EYFS Delivery: Oversee the planning and delivery of a rich, child-centred curriculum in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Parent & Community Engagement: Build warm, collaborative relationships with parents, carers, the local community, and external professional bodies (e.g., Ofsted, local authority teams).
• Day-to-Day Operations:
• Conduct regular risk assessments to maintain a safe learning environment.
• Oversee effective deployment of staff to meet operational ratios and support children's needs.
• Monitor and manage daily attendance tracking.
• Ensure full compliance with setting policies, health and safety checks, and regulatory standards.
• Committee Governance & Reporting: Attend monthly committee meetings and prepare a comprehensive Manager’s Report covering operational updates, staffing, child development, and setting priorities.
• Staff Development: Mentor, support, and continuous development of team members through regular supervision, appraisals, and training coordination.

Person Specification

Essential Requirements:

• Qualifications: Minimum Full and Relevant Level 3 Early Years Practitioner qualification.
• Experience: Proven experience working in a supervisory or management role within an early years setting.
• Knowledge: Excellent, up-to-date knowledge of the EYFS framework, Ofsted inspection requirements, and child safeguarding procedures.
• Leadership Skills: Strong team player with natural leadership capabilities, able to motivate and support a dedicated team.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills to connect effectively with children, staff, parents, and external agencies.
• Key Attributes: Flexible, adaptable, highly organised, and genuinely enthusiastic about early years development.

Desirable:

• Direct experience working with children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Current Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) training.
• Valid Paediatric First Aid certificate.

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay: £16.33 per hour.
• Work-Life Balance: Term-time only position, ideal for aligning with school holidays.
• Benefits Package: Paid holiday allowance, statutory workplace pension scheme, and free on-site parking.
• Environment: A welcoming, close-knit pre-school set in a peaceful, natural environment.

Little Cuckoos Pre-School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

Pay: £16.33 per hour

Expected hours: 28.0 – 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Corsley BA12 7QF: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person