Deputy Preschool Manager
Closing in 12 days (24 November 2026 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: Actual starting salary £11,146
Employer: Mark First CofE Academy
Location: Mark, Highbridge, Somerset,
Contract type: Term time
Working pattern: Part time
Closing date: 24 November 2026 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
- 19 Hour Contract, term time only
- Hours will include wrap around from 7:30am to 5:30pm
- Grade 14, E26,016 per annum FTE
- Actual starting salary £11,146
What will I be doing?
An exciting opportunity has arisen at Mark First & Preschool Academy. We are seeking to appoint an experienced Deputy preschool Manager to join us in our supportive and welcoming Early Years Team in the heart of the community. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about early years and is ready to take the next step into a leadership role within a nurturing preschool setting for children aged 2 — 4 years.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Preschool Manager and Early Years lead to support effective day- to-day running of the setting and will place a key role in ensuring high-quality provision for all children. This role also includes stepping into the Manager’s position when required, provision confidence and effective leadership in their absence. Hours will be including wrap around care for Preschool children before and after the main core hours.
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
Candidates will need to demonstrate:
- Hold a level 3 (or higher) qualification in Early Years Education or equivalent
- Experience of working with children aged 2 — 4 in a preschool or nurser,’ setting
- Be a positive, nurturing and reflective practitioner with high expectations for all children
- Provide a welcoming and supportive enwronment for the children
- Excellent communication skills, competently liaising with parents and other professionals
- Flexibility, teamwork, and supportive of other practitioners in the setting
- Commitment to maintaining a safe, secure and nurturing environment
- Support the aims and ethos of the school
- Be aware of, and comply with, policies and procedures relating to child protection, health, safety and security, confidentiality, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person
What is in it for me?
- Professional induction, training and continued professional development opportunities.
- Staff benefits including reduced leisure Centre membership and cycle to work scheme.
- A staff assistance programme with specialist provider, PAM Wellness who provide a 24/7 free phone helpline, or face-to-face counselling for every employee in the Wessex family.
- Exciting opportunities as part of a growing multi-academy Trust.
DBS check
Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check required
Supporting documents and information
To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, available on The Wessex Leaming Trust website, together with a letter of application for the attention of the Executive Headteacher, Mr Laken. Your letter should be no more than two pages, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position. Completed applications should be returned by email to office@markfirstschool.co.uk
Closing Date: Tuesday 24 November, 9:00am
Interview Date: Tuesday 1 December
Early applications are encouraged; we reserve the right to close this advert prior to the dosing date.
The Wessex Leaming Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.
