Preschool manager Work, Jobs in Southampton (with Salaries)

Pre-School Lead Practitioner / Manager
Squirrels Corner Preschool —Southampton
- £14.85 - £15.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Heavy lifting
- Preschool
- Free parking
- Store discount
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Assistant Manager
Grandir UK —Park Gate
- £28,288 - £30,992 a year
- Full-time
- Preschool
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Deputy Manager
Grandir UK —Winchester
- £28,288 - £31,200 a year
- Full-time
- Preschool
- In-person
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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Bank Nursery Assistant
Tops Day Nurseries —Blackfield
- £8.01 - £12.72 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Preschool
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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Nursery Administrator
Grandir UK —Winchester
- £12.71 - £13.30 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
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RAW Kids Gymnastics Portsmouth Coach
The Box Portsmouth —Portsmouth
- £13 an hour
- Part-time
- Working with children
- Preschool
- First Aid Certification
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Pre-School Deputy Manager
Tiny Seeds Preschool —Bournemouth
- £15.03 - £15.96 an hour
- Overtime
- Preschool
- Organisational skills
- In-person
- Paid training
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13d
Cleaner
Tops Day Nurseries —Blackfield
- £8.01 - £12.72 an hour
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Preschool
- School
- Employee discount
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Agency Nursery Practitioner
Tops Day Nurseries —Salisbury
- £12.22 - £14.30 an hour
- Part-time
- Preschool
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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Nursery Deputy Manager
Tops Day Nurseries —Portsmouth
- £14.82 - £15.72 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- Leadership
- Employee discount
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Senior Nursery Practitioner
Tops Day Nurseries —Havant
- £13.30 - £14.20 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- School
- Employee discount
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Housekeeper
Tops Day Nurseries —Lymington
- £8.01 - £12.72 an hour
- Part-time
- Preschool
- School
- Employee discount
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Nursery Practitioner-Level 3
Tops Day Nurseries —Portsmouth
- £13.70 - £14.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- Employee discount
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Pre-School Assistant
Cherry Tree Preschool —New Alresford
- Part-time
- Childcare
- Preschool
- First Aid Certification
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9d
Early Years Practitioner Volunteer
Youth Options —Eastleigh
- Preschool
Early Years Practitioner – Bank Staff
Youth Options —Itchen Valley
- From £12.60 an hour
- Preschool
- Annual leave
9d
Childcare Practitioner
Little Acres Childcare Centre Ltd —Newport
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Preschool
- In-person
- Employee discount
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Nursery Practitioner-Level 2
Tops Day Nurseries —Lymington
- Up to £13.37 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- School
- Employee discount
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Senior Early Years Educator
Tops Day Nurseries —Bearwood
- £13.80 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- Employee discount
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Nursery Room Leader
Tops Day Nurseries —Portsmouth
- £13.68 - £14.58 an hour
- Full-time
- Preschool
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Employee discount
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Pre-School Lead Practitioner / Manager

Squirrels Corner Preschool -
Southampton

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£14.85 - £15.00 an hour

Benefits

Free parking
Store discount
Additional leave
Employee mentoring programme
Flexitime
Company pension
Company events
Employee discount
Childcare
Sick pay

Qualifications

Safeguarding Certification
Childcare
Heavy lifting
Early childhood education
Performance management
Education
Preschool experience
Leadership
Communication skills

Full job description

About Us

Squirrels Corner Pre-School is not a corporate nursery chain or a profit-driven franchise. We are a proud, long-standing Registered Charity deeply rooted in our local neighborhood.

Driven by Purpose, Not Profit: Every single penny we make goes directly back into our resources, our staff, and enriching the early education of our children.
Volunteer Parent-Committee Run: Our setting is governed by a passionate team of volunteer parents from our local community. We don't answer to distant shareholders; we answer to the families we serve, creating a uniquely warm, transparent, and collaborative workplace.

The Package, Perks & Family-Friendly Benefits

We have specifically designed this package to support working families and offer a genuine, stress-free work-life balance:

The Perfect School Run Shift: Work 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM strictly term-time only (40 hours per week). No late nights or weekend shifts—your schedule aligns beautifully with school holidays!
Starting Salary: Up to £14.85 per hour (depending on experience), rising to £15.00 per hour following a successful 6-month probation period.
True Working Flexibility: We pride ourselves on being a highly supportive employer and offer genuine flexibility around our core hours for the right candidate.
Childcare Perks: Have school-age children of your own? We offer discounted rates for your child to attend our Breakfast and After-School clubs, plus flexibility to accommodate your own school runs.
Paid Sick Leave Buffer: We provide the Manager with 5 days of fully paid sick leave per year (5 total days, not 5 separate occasions).
Your Birthday Off: Celebrate your day properly with a fully paid day off for your birthday every single year.
Enhanced Pension Scheme: Plan for your future with our Nest workplace pension scheme, featuring an enhanced 5% employer contribution.
Predictable, Steady Income: Paid via 12 equal monthly salary payments across the year for absolute financial stability.
Exclusive Extras: Benefit from a complimentary company Costco card membership as a little extra thank you.

A Unique Role: The "Hands-On" Playing Manager

If you love working directly with children but hate sitting behind a back-office desk staring at corporate spreadsheets all day, this is the role you’ve been waiting for:

Active in the Playroom: Lead by example on the floor, working actively in-ratio within our playroom to provide an outstanding learning environment.
Your Own Core Group: Maintain a direct connection to early years practice by organizing the key person system and holding your own key core group of children.
Settle In Gently: Settle into the role without immediate overwhelm. With a cozy, intimate cohort of children starting this Autumn, you will have the rare opportunity to find your feet at your own pace.

Exceptional Back-Office Support

You are never on your own at Squirrels Corner. We provide our Manager with a robust administrative safety net:

Dedicated Paid Administrator: We employ a paid Administration/Finance Manager to handle the heavy lifting regarding fees, funding, purchasing, and day-to-day administrative paperwork.
An 8-Person Committee Structure: You will be fully supported by our valued volunteers and an active, welcoming parent management committee comprising a Chair, Secretary, Treasurer, and 4 dedicated committee members.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

Curriculum & Care: Oversee the long-term, medium-term, and weekly curriculum plans, taking into account the EYFS and monitoring its effectiveness. Ensure that children receive a balanced and healthy diet when breakfast and snacks are provided.
Team Leadership: Supervise staff on a daily basis, monitor the quality of teaching, and manage performance systems (including inductions, probations, 1:1 meetings, team meetings, and appraisals).
Safeguarding & Safety: Ensure the welfare and safety of children is promoted, acting upon any child protection concerns immediately. Maintain a safe environment with high standards of hygiene and safety procedures.
Administration & Compliance: Ensure records are properly maintained (daily registers, accident/incident books). Liaise with the Management Committee, Ofsted, the Community Centre management team, and outside professionals.
Community & Growth: Show prospective parents around the setting, manage application paperwork, and effectively market the pre-school to maximize occupancy levels.

Who We Are Looking For

Essential Criteria:

Experience: At least 5 years of experience working in a pre-school setting.
Qualifications: Minimum Level 3 qualification in Child Care and Education.
Knowledge: Sound understanding of child development from birth to 5 years, the EYFS, SEND Code of Practice, child protection procedures, and current early years legislation.
Skills: Excellent communication skills to work effectively with parents, families, and staff. Proven ability to lead a team, conduct performance management, and write clear reports.

Desirable Criteria:

Experience working within a parent-managed or committee-run pre-school.
A Level 5 childcare and education qualification.

Safeguarding & Suitability Declarations

Squirrels Corner Pre-School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, committee members, and volunteers to share this commitment.
Enhanced DBS Required: This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with a check of the Children's Barred List prior to appointment.
References & Vetting: Appointment will be subject to the receipt of at least two satisfactory professional references (including your most recent employer) and verification of childcare qualifications.
Disqualification Declaration: Applicants will be required to complete a declaration confirming they are not disqualified from working with children.

To Apply

Please submit your CV directly through Indeed by clicking the "Apply Now" button.

Squirrels Corner Pre-School is an equal opportunities employer.

Charity No: 1025758 | Ofsted Registration No: RP 905021

Pay: £14.85-£15.00 per hour

Benefits:

Additional leave
Childcare
Company events
Company pension
Employee mentoring programme
Flexitime
Free parking
Sick pay
Store discount

Work Location: In person

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preschool manager jobs in southampton

Pre-School Lead Practitioner / Manager

Assistant Manager

Deputy Manager

Bank Nursery Assistant

Nursery Administrator

RAW Kids Gymnastics Portsmouth Coach

Pre-School Deputy Manager

Cleaner

Agency Nursery Practitioner

Nursery Deputy Manager

Senior Nursery Practitioner

Housekeeper

Nursery Practitioner-Level 3

Pre-School Assistant

Early Years Practitioner Volunteer

Early Years Practitioner – Bank Staff

Childcare Practitioner

Nursery Practitioner-Level 2

Senior Early Years Educator

Nursery Room Leader

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