Early Years Manager – Lead & Develop (Term Time)

Waltham Chase Pre-School; Waltham Chase; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS paid by employer

CPD and qualification support

Job summary

Waltham Chase Pre-School is seeking an experienced Early Years Manager to lead our team and ensure high-quality care and education. You will work with the Board and Village Hall Committee to maintain compliance and a nurturing learning environment for children aged 2 to school age.

The role requires safeguarding, SEND knowledge, and a Level 3 childcare qualification with ongoing CPD. A DBS check is mandatory, and a start date is available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 recognised childcare qualification.
• Up-to-date Paediatric First Aid and safeguarding training.
• Experience in leadership/management in an early years setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Revised EYFS and safeguarding requirements.
• Experience with SEND to support SENCO and children.
• Must pass enhanced DBS check and be willing to disclose relevant convictions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the early years setting.
• Provide strong leadership to staff, including mentoring, training, and performance management; attend meetings.
• Embed ethos and curriculum based on In The Moment Planning.
• Work with the Board of Trustees and liaise with the Village Hall Committee.
• Develop and review an engaging curriculum in line with best-practice EYFS.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements including health and safeguarding policies.
• Engage with parents and the local community; build relationships with primary schools.
• Manage funding, budgets, resources and scheduling.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Communication

Safeguarding

EYFS knowledge

SEND experience

Education

Level 3 childcare qualification

Level 4/5 early years education

Tools

Tapestry

Job description

Waltham Chase Pre-School is seeking an experienced Early Years Manager to lead our team and ensure high-quality care and education. You will work with the Board and Village Hall Committee to maintain compliance and a nurturing learning environment for children aged 2 to school age.

The role requires safeguarding, SEND knowledge, and a Level 3 childcare qualification with ongoing CPD. A DBS check is mandatory, and a start date is available for the right candidate.