Pre School Manager

PRE-SCHOOL MANAGER * Rate: £18 per hour, rising to £21 per hour with successful performance * Responsible to: Board of Trustees * Opening for applications: 01/07/2026 * Closing date for applications: 13/07/2026 * Full and Part-time available The Pre-school Playgroup is a well-respected charity at the heart of the local community. With a Good Ofsted rating we provide a nurturing, child-centred environment and are looking for an enthusiastic person to lead, motivate and develop our team of six dedicated early years practitioners. We welcome informal conversations and visits to the setting prior to application. 35 hrs per week, term time. Benefits include; casual dress, free on-site parking. Flexible working arrangements for the right candidate. 1. STAFFING RESPONSIBILITIES Management and Oversight: - Take overall responsibility for staff management, including recruitment, handling grievances, and providing managerial support. - Ensure the preparation and implementation of staff contracts and job descriptions in line with employment law (with support from the administrator). Staff Planning and Coordination: - Prepare staff rotas for each session. - Plan and implement an annual training schedule for the team. - Arrange in-house training sessions and termly staff meetings, including notifying staff, setting agendas, and chairing meetings. Performance Management: - Conduct staff supervi...