Pre-School Manager

We wish to appoint an experienced, passionate and self-motivated Manager to take responsibility for staff management, delivering high quality provision for children and families and opportunities for parental engagement in our Pre-school based in the village of Worthington, Leicestershire. 

Purpose:

To provide inclusive play and learning opportunities for all children attending the Pre-school and to maintain a safe, stimulating and enjoyable environment. To work to improve standards and Ofsted inspection judgements. To lead, inspire, motivate and manage staff.  To manage the provision on a day to day basis, including managing staffing levels, budget control, liaison with the LA, compliance with registration and legal standards/regulations.  Be responsible for curriculum planning within the Pre-school.   Your main duties will include:

• Leading a childcare team to achieve improved Ofsted inspection judgments
• Ensuring that the early years service delivered is of the highest quality
• Liaising with families about their children’s learning and needs
• Ensuring accurate record-keeping and complying with reporting requirements
• Complying with financial reporting and budget monitoring/management requirements
• Marketing services within the local community and meeting local needs
• Line management of designated staff

You will have:

• Experience of working in or supporting early years and childcare settings
• A relevant qualification (Level 3 or above) or equivalent
• Ability to inspire people to deliver results
• Experience in a leadership/management role
• Excellent communication skills
• Passion for supporting children to thrive and meet their potential

Key Information:

Salary:      £18,500 per annum pro-rata

Hours:       32 hours per week Term time only (some required administration and planning to be carried out during non-term time)

Location:    Worthington Preschool, Worthington, Ashby-de-la-Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1RQ