Preschool Manager — Lead, Learn & Thrive (Term Time)

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

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.