Deputy Preschool Manager

Fetcham Village Infant School; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local preschool is seeking an experienced Pre-school Deputy Manager to oversee daily operations and ensure high care standards. Candidates must possess at least a Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, and should demonstrate leadership skills, passion for children's development, and capability to support staff. The role fosters a nurturing environment where children thrive, and includes a commitment to safeguarding. Ideal for someone dedicated to enhancing children's learning experiences while enjoying being part of a caring community.

Qualifications

• A level 3 qualification in early years education is a minimum requirement.
• Experience managing staff and improving practices in a preschool setting is needed.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the role is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily running of the preschool.
• Ensure high standards of care and model good practices for staff.
• Support the Manager and help children thrive.

Skills

Experience in early years education

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education

Job description

FETCHAM VILLAGE PRESCHOOL, School Lane, Fetcham, Surrey, KT22 9JU

Pre-school Deputy Manager

Exact working hours : Monday-Friday 8 : 00am- 4 : 00pm Term Time only

Salary scale : £16.68-£18.16 per hour

We are looking for an experienced Deputy Manager to work at our wonderful pre-school. Our children are happy, curious and enthusiastic and our staff are supportive, dedicated and hardworking. Our thriving pre-school is at the heart of the community and linked closely with Fetcham Village Infant School. Our recent Ofsted report states it is a ‘warm and nurturing pre‑school’ and children ‘smile with delight’ whilst learning.

Our Deputy Manager would be overseeing the daily running of the pre‑school, ensuring high standards of care and role‑modelling good practice for all staff. A level 3 qualification is a minimum requirement, higher is desirable and a willingness to learn and grow is essential. You will support the Manager in their role, share your passion with colleagues and help children thrive.

If this sounds like something that you’d like to be a part of we would love to hear from you. Please see the detailed job description for additional information about this role.

We welcome early applications and will consider holding interviews and appointing before the closing date if there is strong interest. Therefore we recommend you submit your application as early as possible.

Fetcham Village Preschool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

At our preschool we are committed to developing a culture of respect where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging. We strive for an inclusive environment where staff, children and students are encouraged and comfortable to express their own identity. We particularly welcome applicants from under‑represented groups including those based on ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Please be advised that references may be requested on receipt of your application. Please state if you wish this to be delayed until shortlisting / interviews have taken place.

Safeguarding Statement

Shortlisted applicants will be asked to complete a self‑declaration of their criminal record or information that would make them unsuitable to work with children. It is an offence to apply for a role if applicants are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Please refer to the school website for further information regarding our Child Protection & Safeguarding policy. Any successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.