PreSchool Manager
Closing in 15 days (20 November 2026 9:00 am)
Job details
Salary: Grade 12, Points 12-19
Employer: Ilchester Community Primary School
Location: Ilchester, Somerset,
Contract type: Permanent, Term time
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 20 November 2026 9:00 am
About the job
Key information
- Required from January 2027
- 37 hours per week, term-time + 3 weeks only
- Grade 12, Points 12-19
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- This is a permanent post (subject to the completion of a satisfactory probationary period)
What will I be doing?
Ilchester children and staff are looking for an experienced, enthusiastic and caring PreSchool Manager to lead our well-established setting through an exciting new chapter.
Our PreSchool is a warm and nurturing place where children are encouraged to be curious, confident and excited about learning. With a dedicated staff team, supportive parents and strong community relationships, we are proud of the environment we have created for our children.
We are looking for an inspiring leader who can build on these strengths, lead and develop our team, and work closely with families to ensure every child flourishes. Following our integration with the primary school, this is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our provision, supported by our Early Years Leader and wider school team.
At Ilchester, our values of aspiration, curiosity, kindness, equity, belief and bravery underpin everything we do. If you share our passion for giving children the very best start, we would love to hear from you.
What you’ll do:
- Oversee the day-to-day running of the PreSchool in line with EYFS and Ofsted standards
- Lead, motivate, and develop a team of practitioners to deliver outstanding childcare
- Manage budgets, staffing, and resources effectively
- Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and the local community
- Drive continuous improvement and maintain a safe, nurturing environment
What kind of experience or qualifications do I need?
- Level 3 (or above) qualification in Early Years/Childcare
- Proven leadership experience in an early years setting
- Strong knowledge of EYFS, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements
- Excellent organisational, communication, and people management skills
- A proactive, approachable leadership style and passion for high-quality care
Supporting documents and information
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and can be arranged via the school office.
How to apply:
Please apply by completing the application form available on the Trust website. The completed form and a cover letter should be submitted to office@ilchester.ppat365.org
Application Deadline: 9am, 20 November Interview date: tbc
PPAT Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to an enhanced DBS check and other pre-employment checks.