Preschool Manager

Great Starts Recruitment Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive and friendly working env

Job summary

Great Starts Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Preschool Manager for a term-time-only role in Stanford-le-Hope, Thurrock. The post involves leading the day-to-day operations of a welcoming preschool and supporting staff in delivering high-quality early education.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in a nursery or preschool, a minimum NVQ Level 3 in Childcare/EY, and a strong understanding of EYFS. This role offers family-friendly hours and a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Childcare/Early Years.
• Minimum 2 years' leadership or management experience within a nursery or preschool setting.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Passionate about delivering high-quality childcare and early education.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day operation of the preschool.
• Leading and supporting staff within the setting.
• Ensuring the setting remains compliant with EYFS and safeguarding requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of childcare, learning, and development.
• Supporting children's learning through a safe and nurturing environment.
• Building positive relationships with parents, carers, and outside professionals.
• Managing planning, observations, and general administration.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

EYFS knowledge

Communication

Organisation

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Childcare/EY

Job description

Preschool Manager (Term Time Only)

Stanford-le-Hope, Thurrock

£14.00 per hour

Part-Time Term Time Only

Are you an experienced Early Years professional looking for a rewarding leadership role with family-friendly hours?

We are currently recruiting for a Preschool Manager to lead the day-to-day running of a welcoming preschool setting based in Stanford-le-Hope, Thurrock.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and organised childcare professional with previous leadership experience within an Early Years setting.

Working Hours

• Tuesday: 9:00am - 2:30pm
• Wednesday: 9:00am - 2:30pm
• Thursday: 9:00am - 2:30pm
• Friday: 9:00am - 3:45pm

Salary & Benefits

• £14.00 per hour
• Term-time only position
• Supportive and friendly working environment

Preschool Manager Responsibilities

• Overseeing the day-to-day operation of the preschool
• Leading and supporting staff within the setting
• Ensuring the setting remains compliant with EYFS and safeguarding requirements
• Maintaining high standards of childcare, learning, and development
• Supporting children's learning through a safe and nurturing environment
• Building positive relationships with parents, carers, and outside professionals
• Managing planning, observations, and general administration

Requirements

• Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Childcare/Early Years
• Minimum 2 years' leadership or management experience within a nursery or preschool setting
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Passionate about delivering high-quality childcare and early education