Pre-School Manager

Willing Care Recruitment Limited; Royston; A distancia; GBP 33.000 - 41.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Training and development opportunities

Discounted childcare

Company pension scheme

Day off for your birthday

Employee benefits portal

Wellbeing programme

Descripción de la vacante

Willing Care Recruitment Limited is seeking an experienced Pre-School Manager – Level 3 to lead an Early Years setting in Royston. The role offers a salary of £37,000 per year for a 40-hour week, with opportunities to drive Forest School and outdoor learning initiatives that enrich children's development and readiness for school.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or above) and Maths GCSE, have pre-school leadership experience, and demonstrate a strong

Formación

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above – essential.
• Maths GCSE or equivalent qualification - essential.
• Previous experience working with pre-school-aged children – essential.
• Senior Early Years experience, such as Deputy Manager or similar – essential.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the pre-school, maintaining high standards of care and education.
• Lead, motivate and support practitioners, encouraging professional development.
• Plan and oversee engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS.
• Support children's confidence, independence, communication and school readiness.
• Monitor children's progress, observations and developmental assessments.
• Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, supporting children's transition to school.
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and Early Years practice.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Team management

Outdoor learning

Communication

Educación

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Maths GCSE or equivalent

Experience with pre-school children

Senior Early Years experience (Deputy Manager)

Descripción del empleo

Pre-School Manager – Level 3

£37,000 per Annum | 40 Hours per Week

Forest School | Outdoor Learning | Excellent Benefits

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Pre-School Manager to lead a welcoming Early Years setting where children's learning, development and school readiness are at the heart of everyday practice.

Following the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS), the pre-school offers engaging learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity and independence. Children benefit from free-flow access to a spacious garden, alongside exciting Forest School experiences that provide opportunities to explore nature, develop new skills and learn through hands-on discovery.

We're looking for a confident Early Years professional with previous pre-school and leadership experience who can inspire their team and create a positive environment where children are supported to thrive.

What We're Looking For

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification or above – essential
• Maths GCSE or equivalent qualification - essential
• Previous experience working with pre-school-aged children – essential
• Senior Early Years experience, such as Deputy Manager or similar – essential
• Strong understanding of the EYFS, safeguarding and child development
• Experience supporting children's school readiness and transition into education
• Confidence leading, motivating and developing a team of practitioners
• A passion for outdoor learning, Forest School and child-led activities
• Strong communication, organisational and leadership skills
• A caring, enthusiastic and hands-on approach

What's On Offer

• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted childcare
• Company pension scheme
• Day off for your birthday
• Employee benefits portal
• Wellbeing programme

Leading the Pre-School

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the pre-school, maintaining high standards of care and education
• Lead, motivate and support practitioners, encouraging professional development
• Plan and oversee engaging learning experiences in line with the EYFS
• Support children's confidence, independence, communication and school readiness
• Monitor children's progress, observations and developmental assessments
• Create a safe, stimulating and nurturing learning environment
• Build positive relationships with parents and carers, supporting children's transition to school
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and Early Years practice

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements, including an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and verification of the right to work in the UK, in line with safeguarding responsibilities.

Reference: WILL263164/AZ