About the job

Key information

16.5 – 30 hours per week, term time only, Fixed Term until August 2025.
Flexible within the hours of 7.45am – 5.30pm.
Grade 12, points 12-19 £26,421 – £29,777 full time equivalent.
Actual starting salary £18,997 based on 30 hours per week, term time only.

Due to an internal promotion, we are looking to appoint an inspiring, dedicated and enthusiastic Preschool Manager to join us in our expanding preschool, in the heart of the beautiful village Lympsham.

This is an exciting opportunity for either an experienced Nursery Manager or aspiring Nursery Manager, with the key focus being; to provide a safe, happy, healthily environment and enriching activities and learning opportunities where children flourish.

At Lympsham CofE Academy and Preschool, you will have the support of a dedicated, friendly Headteacher, Operations Lead and wider team to successfully run the preschool, who support one another to provide a quality learning experience for all our children.

What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?

Applicants will need to show excellent knowledge of and work within the requirements of the Statutory Framework, have a good understanding of Safeguarding and Child Protection and be able to follow and implement the policies and procedures of the setting.

Candidates will need to demonstrate:

• Confident, caring and friendly attitudes
• 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
• Excellent working knowledge of the EYFS
• Commitment and passion to promoting the ethos and values of the school and getting the best outcomes for all children

What is in it for me?

What we can offer:

• 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, CareFirst 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
• Eligible for Local Government Pension Scheme

As a member of the Wessex Learning Trust, we work collaboratively and believe in empowering our staff to grow and take the lead. Across all our schools, we work together, share staff – and share expertise.

DBS check

The Wessex Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding young people and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff appointed will undergo online checks and be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check.

Supporting documents and information

To apply for this position, please complete a support staff application form, (available on The Wessex Learning Trust website), together with a letter of application for the attention of the Executive Headteacher, Mrs K Whiting. Your letter should be no more than two pages of A4, detailing your experience to date and why you are the best candidate for the position.

Completed applications should be returned by email to office@lympshamcofeacademy.co.uk

Closing Date: 16 December

Interview Date: 18 December

Apply on the Lympsham C of E Academy & Preschool website

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