Job Description

Head of Pre-School and Day Care

Salary:

45,000 - 48,000

Reports to:

Chair of the Board

Responsible for:

All staff including room leaders, business manager, chef, and volunteers

Purpose:

Lead the strategic, operational, and financial direction of the nursery and day care. Ensure high-quality early years education in a safe, inclusive, intergenerational setting. Maintain compliance with legal and statutory requirements and foster strong relationships with parents, staff, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:Teaching & Learning

Deliver a stimulating EYFS-aligned curriculum reflecting the setting's ethos. Monitor and improve teaching quality. Use assessment to guide planning and meet individual needs. Collaborate with families and professionals to support children's development.

Leadership & Management

Lead recruitment, staff performance, and development. Maintain and update operational policies (e.g., safeguarding, health & safety). Ensure compliance with regulations and Ofsted standards. Support strategic planning, internal leadership, and communication.

Business & Operations

Promote the setting to prospective families. Oversee enrolment, budgeting, and growth strategy with the Business Manager. Lead safeguarding, staffing efficiency, and data protection practices.

Person Specification:Qualifications & Skills

Level 3 in Early Years (commitment to Level 4) Paediatric First Aid & Safeguarding training Safer recruitment and IT proficiency

Experience

5+ years in early years leadership Strong understanding of EYFS, SEN, child development Experience managing teams, curriculum, and compliance

Qualities

Inspiring, empathetic leader Organised, proactive, inclusive Strong communication and problem-solving skills Committed to safeguarding and community values
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Sick pay Transport links
Work Location: In person