Job Description

Head of Childcare (Senior Leadership Role)

Salary:

37,500-45,000 + performance bonus

Contract:

Full-time, permanent (40 hrs per week)

Location:

Hybrid - mix of home, office, and school sites in Hampshire

About Us

Premier Education are the UK's leading provider of childcare and sport for primary-aged children.

Across the country we support schools and families by delivering exceptional wraparound care, holiday camps, and PE provision.

In South Hampshire, we operate full wraparound provision in 9 primary schools and holiday camps across 4 venues, alongside numerous PE and after-school club contracts. Our Ofsted-registered centres are trusted by parents and schools alike to provide safe, high-quality, and inspiring childcare.

We are growing rapidly and now looking for an outstanding

Head of Childcare

to join our senior leadership team.

The Opportunity

This is not a standard setting manager role. You will be the

most senior childcare professional in the organisation

, reporting only to the Director. You'll lead a team of setting managers, oversee provision for thousands of children, and have direct influence on our strategic growth in 2025 and beyond.

With a clear progression pathway, this role has the potential to develop into an

Operations Director position

as we scale. You'll also benefit from structured

management and leadership training

, ensuring you continue to grow alongside the organisation.

It's a unique chance to combine your passion for childcare with senior leadership responsibilities, shaping a service that truly impacts families across the region.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead, inspire and support our setting managers and childcare staff Ensure consistently high quality across all Ofsted-registered settings Build strong partnerships with headteachers, schools, and parents Oversee safeguarding, compliance, and staff training programmes Play a key role in shaping strategy, innovation, and growth

What We're Looking For

Proven leadership experience

in childcare, early years, or school-based provision Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and safeguarding (training can be provided) Ability to inspire and develop staff teams Organised, resilient, and confident representing us with schools and parents A passion for making a difference in children's lives

Why Join Us?

Salary

37,500-45,000

depending on experience

Performance-related bonus structure

(earn above 45,000 with strong results) Hybrid role with a balance of WFH, office, and site visits Company pension and childcare discounts Paid CPD,

structured management training

, and leadership development opportunities Real progression potential - pathway to

Operations Director

role as we expand A chance to shape the future of wraparound care in Hampshire

Interviews

Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an initial online interview (w/c

6th October 2025

). Final stage interviews will be held in person.

Safeguarding

Premier Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references.

Application deadline:

3rd October 2025

Expected start date:

November 2025

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 37,500.00-45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount On-site parking Work from home
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Management: 1 year (preferred) Childcare: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person