Pre-School and Out of School Club Manager
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed manager to lead and motivate our friendly team. Netherthong Pre-School and Out of School Club is a happy and vibrant setting which has recently made huge improvements to the quality of education provided leading to an Ofsted rating of Good in all areas when inspected in October 2022. Our setting is extremely popular and we are proud to be oversubscribed for the coming academic year. The pre school is open term time only, also providing wrap-around care for children up to 7 years old from the primary school located next door. We also run a holiday club for children aged 2-7 during all school holidays, apart from 2 weeks closure guaranteed each Christmas.
Successful applicants will have the skills to manage the day to day running of the Pre-school and the vision to make the educational experience truly outstanding for our children and families. As a Pre-school Manager you will work with the Trustees to provide professional leadership and management to the staff and to ensure that all children receive the highest standards of care and education. You will be responsible for compliance with all regulatory requirements and for maintaining positive working relationships with staff, parents and carers. You will also work closely with our local school to ensure a smooth transition for children as they leave the Pre-School and start school.
We can offer you:
- Cheerful and enthusiastic children who are always keen to play and learn • A fantastic team of hardworking and friendly individuals, who work tirelessly to make the learning experience amazing for our children
- A supportive network of trustees, who share the drive and ambition to make continuous improvements to our Pre-School
- An opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop professionally, in a motivating and supportive setting
- Some flexibility in working hours within our opening hours
- Free childcare at holiday club and wrap around club for up to 2 children, and discounted rates after this
- Working for a Charity Incorporated Organisation (CIO) which is non-profit and proud to provide an excellent service to our local community
We are looking for someone who:
- Is committed to inspiring enthusiasm and progress in Early Years Education • Has high expectations of all children and staff in the setting
- Can work well as part of a forward-thinking team
- Has a minimum of a Level 3 qualification in childcare
- Has at least 2 years’ experience working in an Early Years setting and preferably supervisory experience within this
- Has good written and verbal skills for report writing, maintaining child records and providing feedback to parents/carers and colleagues
- Has a thorough knowledge of child development and a good understanding of specific needs of individual children.
- Has experience of managing and working in a small team
Please note we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and all roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check. A conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, across Monday- Friday (flexible working hours can be considered)
Number of jobs: 1
Location: School Street, Netherthong, Holmfirth, HD9 3EB
Position type: Full time, but term time only will be considered
Length of contract: Permanent (subject to the completion of a successful 6-month probation period)
Salary: £30,000 per annum (or TBC dependent on working pattern) A recruitment and retention bonus is available for an exceptional candidate.
Applicants are welcome to attend open days at our setting before applying – available on Monday 3rd June 13:30-14:30pm and Tuesday 4th June 10:30-11:30am where you will have an opportunity to take a tour around our setting, ask any questions and meet our team and children.
Applicants are welcome to visit our setting before applying – please email us at npstrustees@gmail.com to request a visit. Please email npstrustees@gmail.com to request an application pack.
Completed application forms need returning to Netherthong Pre-School, addressed to our Trustees: npstrustees@gmail.com
Closing date: 28th June 2024 at 12:00pm
Interview dates: W/C 1st July 2024
