PreSchool Manager 34 views

Job title: Preschool Manager

Location: Churchinford Preschool, Churchinford, TA3 7RG

Terms: Permanent Role, Monday – Thursday 7.30am (flexible) – 4pm
Term time only (Possibility of Friday which can be discussed)

Salary/rate: Requirements: Dependant on experience, starting from £13.53 per hr
Requirements: Own transport is essential as we are located in a rural village with no public transport links.

About us;

We are a small, friendly, fun and supportive preschool based in the rural village of Churchinford in the heart of the Blackdown Hills. We take children from 18months up to statutory school age and we take pride on being able to give each child the individual care, time and attention they need to grow and thrive. As a registered CIO, we are run by a group of supportive Trustees.

About the role:

We are looking for a friendly and enthusiastic new manager to run the preschool. This role would be suited to an organised individual with a passion for early years care and education. This is a managerial role and the ideal candidate will have excellent proven leadership skills, be patient, kind and caring and have the ability to build strong, supportive relationships with the children, parents, staff and trustees.

This role will work alongside our deputy manager and report directly to the Trustees.

Candidate Requirements:

A minimum of an NVQ Level 3 in Childcare and Education or equivalent or above
Previous experience as a Preschool or Nursery Manager
The ability to lead a team
Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and Ofsted requirements
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Great time keeping and attendance record
Good IT skills

Main Responsibilities:
The manager will be responsible for the smooth running of the Preschool and manage a high-quality standard in the Preschool.
To ensure that the Preschool is safe, stimulating and compliant with EYFS, Ofsted, Local Authorities, relevant bodies and safeguarding requirements.
To manage and deliver against agreed Key Performance Indicators and aspects of Preschool financial and operational management
Promote positive relationships with parents, children and colleagues in addition to providing leadership in training staff.

Your Role will include:
Ensuring high standards of care and education of all the children in accordance with statutory requirements
Building and maintaining excellent relationships with children, parents, staff and trustees
Implementing the EYFS curriculum
Ensuring the nurseries policies and procedures are followed throughout the setting and developing/implementing them if needed
Contributing and participating in the development of new ideas
Ensuring the nursery conforms to and exceeds the requirements of Ofsted
Keeping up to date on all childcare issues
Ensuring that the ratios are maintained at all times
Contributing to the strategic planning, monitoring, evaluation and development of the Preschool
Ordering and maintaining equipment and resources
Organising and monitoring children at the setting
Ensuring all staff carry out regular risk assessment checks both inside and outside the setting
Identifying staff training needs and facilitate training opportunities
Providing constructive, honest feedback to support and encourage all the staff
Working closely with outside agencies
Maintaining accurate and up to date personnel records for all employees within the Preschool
Will be required to sort and organise funding from Somerset County Council and billing each term.

To apply, applicants will need to email a CV and covering letter to  churchinfordpreschooltrustees@gmail.com