Preschool Manager

Basingstoke, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Hatch Warren under Fives

is looking for an enthusiastic Preschool Manager (Term-Time Only). Could this be you?

Are you someone who naturally brings calm, warmth, and positivity into a room no matter how many small people are in it? Do you love helping children grow, play, discover, and laugh? If so, we'd love to meet you.

About Our Preschool:



We are a caring, community-minded preschool where every child is valued, heard, and celebrated. Our days are filled with curiosity, creativity, muddy boots, songs, stories, and lots of shared smiles. We believe in a gentle, child-led approach and in supporting our team just as much as we support our children.

Your Role:



As our Preschool Manager, you'll be the guiding heart of our setting. You will lead a kind and dedicated team, work closely with families, and make sure our preschool is a safe, happy, and inspiring place to learn. Your days might include cuddles after wobbly moments, celebrating tiny achievements, supporting staff, and occasionally retrieving glitter-covered masterpieces from the art table!

The group Preschool Operations Manager, who works across two settings, will support you and we are confident that the right candidate will flourish within this role.

What We're Looking For:



A warm, approachable leader with a Level 3+ Early Years qualification Strong experience within a leadership role Excellent understanding of what it takes to be successful manager, being an advocate of change and having a desire to always look to improve standards. Firm understanding of the EYFS and safeguarding Someone who loves working with children and truly understands their needs A good communicator who can build trusting relationships with families Someone who's organised but flexible, confident but kind A sense of humour because life with little ones is full of surprises!

What We Offer:



Term-time only hours, so the school holidays are yours to enjoy A supportive, friendly team who lift each other up A preschool full of laughter, imagination, and heart Opportunities to grow, learn, and shape our setting The joy of knowing you're helping children feel safe, confident, and loved
This is a full time position. Starting time is 7:45am for four days each week and 8.30am for one day each week. We close at 15:15pm every day. This is a term time only position.

Join us in creating a joyful, nurturing space where little minds shine.

How to Apply:



If this could be you, please email us at hwu5preschool@aol.com for an application form and a full job description.

Closing date for applications is 8th December. Interviews will be held from 10th December onwards.



Start date: January 2026.

If you would like to chat more about this role, please feel free to contact Melissa at POMHWpreschool@gmail.com

NB: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be prepared to disclose any convictions they may have and any orders which have been made against them. Job offers are subject to a clear DBS check and suitable references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 34 per week

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 08/12/2025
Expected start date: 05/01/2026

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD4216385
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Full Time
  • Job Location
    Basingstoke, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
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