Pre-School Manager

Pomphlett Primary School is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and dedicated Pre-School Manager to lead our Pre-School provision and ensure outstanding outcomes for all children. This is an exciting opportunity for a committed Early Years professional to take a leadership role within a supportive school community, working closely with the EYFS Lead and Senior Leadership Team to deliver high-quality education and care. About the role As Pre-School Manager, you will be responsible for leading and developing the Pre-School provision, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where all children can thrive. You will play a key role in planning, assessment, staff leadership, and maintaining high standards across the setting, while embedding the school’s ethos and values into everyday practice. The successful candidate will: Lead the day-to-day running of the Pre-School provision independently Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment Manage staff deployment, ratios, timetables, and responsibilities Lead high-quality planning and assessment in line with EYFS Support and monitor staff to ensure accurate and effective pupil assessment Promote language development across the curriculum Support children’s social, emotional, and educational development Ensure effective provision for children with SEND and additional needs Work closely with parents and carers, including communication, reports, and parents’ evenings Ensure smooth transitions into Pre-School and into Reception Liaise with external agencies and professionals Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with safeguarding, EYFS, and Ofsted requirements Contribute to the school development plan and continuous improvement of the setting We are looking for candidates who have: Level 3 Early Years qualification GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or equivalent) At least 2 years’ recent experience in an Early Years setting Strong knowledge of EYFS and play-based learning approaches A proven ability to positively impact children’s outcomes Experience supporting children with additional needs (SEND/EAL) Excellent communication and teamwork skills Strong understanding of safeguarding responsibilities We are looking for someone who is: Passionate about Early Years education A strong, confident leader with good emotional intelligence Organised, proactive, and able to use initiative Committed to inclusion and high standards for all children Able to build positive relationships with children, families, and staff About the School Pomphlett Primary is a very happy school with a warm and friendly family atmosphere, where dedicated staff, governors and parents provide a stimulating and challenging learning environment which encourages our children to thrive. We very much believe in the uniqueness of each individual, be they a child or an adult, and strive to create a learning community where every