Pre-School Manager

Little Acorns Pre-School; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Acorns Pre-School in the United Kingdom seeks a proactive Preschool Manager to lead day-to-day operations, staff supervision and the delivery of safe, inclusive learning for young children.

You will oversee the EYFS curriculum, assessments and safeguarding while supporting families and collaborating with professionals. The role is term-time, 37.5 hours per week, with leadership responsibilities across a growing setting.

Qualifications

• Requires Level 3 early years qualification or higher.
• Strong knowledge of the EYFS framework and practices.
• Experience supporting children with SEN and additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the staff team, promoting a positive and nurturing working environment.
• Hands-on role in care, learning and child development.
• Oversee EYFS curriculum planning and assessment to ensure high-quality early years provision.
• Support children with SEN, recognising and meeting their needs.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and external professionals to support development.
• Take responsibility for safeguarding, health and safety and EYFS/Ofsted compliance.
• Identify, apply for and manage relevant early years funding to support children’s needs.
• Oversee administration, admissions, staffing and general organisation of the setting.
• Work with Management Committee, providing updates and contributing to development of Little Acorns.
• Assist leadership in the transition to the new purpose-built pre-school on Stickland’s School site.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

SEN support

EYFS knowledge

Education

Level 3 EYFS

Job description

Brief Job Description – Pre-School Manager

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, term time only

Job Purpose

To lead and manage the day-to-day running of Little Acorns Pre-School, ensuring a happy, safe, inclusive and stimulating environment where every child is supported to learn, develop and thrive.

The Manager will be a hands-on part of the team, working directly with children while leading and supporting staff, overseeing the educational provision and managing the operational responsibilities of the setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and support the staff team, promoting a positive and nurturing working environment.
• Take an active, hands-on role in the care, learning and development of children.
• Oversee the EYFS curriculum, planning and assessment, ensuring high-quality early years provision.
• Support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), ensuring their individual needs are recognised and met.
• Work closely with parents, carers and external professionals to support children’s development.
• Take responsibility for safeguarding, health and safety and ensuring compliance with EYFS and Ofsted requirements.
• Identify, apply for and manage relevant early years and SEN funding, ensuring funding is correctly allocated and used effectively to support children’s needs.
• Oversee the administration, admissions, staffing and general organisation of the setting.
• Work in partnership with the Management Committee, providing updates and contributing to the future development of Little Acorns.
• Help lead and shape the exciting transition to our planned new purpose-built pre-school building on the neighbouring Stickland’s School site.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a relevant Level 3 early years qualification or above.
• Has good early years experience and a sound understanding of the EYFS.
• Has experience supporting children with SEN and additional needs.
• Has strong communication, organisational and leadership skills.
• Is warm, approachable, enthusiastic and passionate about early years education.
• Enjoys being hands-on with children while confidently managing and leading a team.
• Is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every child can flourish.Previous management experience would be desirable, although an experienced practitioner ready to take the next step would also be considered.