We are looking for a passionate, creative and experienced Pre-School Room Manager / Senior Practitioner to join a nurturing early years setting working with children aged 3–5 years.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who values a holistic and child-led approach, with an interest in Montessori-style education, creativity and supporting children in a caring, inclusive environment.
Role Details
* Position: Pre-School Room Manager / Senior Practitioner
* Age Group: 3–5 years
* Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
o 8:45am – 4:15pm
* Potential Additional Hours:
o Saturday SEN provision shift available
o 9:00am – 3:30pm
* Pay: starting from £15 per hour
* Contract: All year round with flexibility around holidays
* Future Progression: Potential for the role to become full-time as occupancy continues to grow
The pre-school room currently has between 6–8 children per session, with capacity for 16 and expected growth to around 12–13 children.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
* Hold a minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification
* Have previous nursery/pre-school experience (essential)
* Be confident leading a room and supporting staff development
* Have a warm, nurturing and creative approach
* Embrace a holistic ethos including vegan values and Montessori-inspired learning
* Be enthusiastic about creating engaging learning experiences
* Paediatric First Aid qualification desirable
What They Offer
* Supportive environment with another experienced manager to help with training, development and upskilling
* Opportunity to shape and grow the pre-school provision
* Small group sizes allowing meaningful relationships with children and families
* Opportunity for increased hours/full-time role in the future
If you are passionate about early years education and want to be part of a caring and forward-thinking setting, we would love to hear from you.
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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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