Pre - School Deputy Manager; PARBC)

About this Role

Part Time, Deputy Manager - Preschool

Parkland Primary School

Salary: Grade 7 Pay Point 11-14

Hours: 21 Hours per week, 39 Weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Monday, Thursday and Friday 07:30- 15:30 with one 30 minute, and two 15 minute unpaid breaks.

As Deputy Manager, you will support the day-to-day leadership and operation of the preschool, ensuring children receive the highest quality care and learning opportunities. You will lead by example, inspire colleagues, build positive relationships with families, and help create a warm, inclusive environment where every child can thrive

At Parkland Primary we are incredibly passionate about our pupils and believe that every child should have the opportunity to succeed.

Our intake is mixed in socio-economic terms with nearly a quarter of the children on free meals. Parents are supportive with regular volunteer helpers in school. Children are always at the heart of every decision we make; we have high expectations of them. We pride ourselves on providing a high-quality education and in our strong pastoral support. We aim to instil values in our pupils that provide them with the skills they need to be successful in life.

• Rated Ofsted 'Good' September 2023
• Microsoft Showcase School
• 360 Safe online safety award
• School Games gold award
• PE Quality Mark
• Route to Resilience and Happy Lunch Time accredited
• Renaissance Partner School

"Pupils enjoy their learning and focus well in lessons. They are polite and interact with each other and adults with respect."- OFSTED

• Understand, effectively apply, and support the Pre-School Manager with implementing the Trust policies and procedures related to the post especially those that relate to safeguarding and child protection.
• Ensure compliance under the Children's Act.
• Assist the Pre-School Manager with implementing a multi-cultural play curriculum to stimulate children's interest in learning.

• Minimum NVQ level 3 in Children's Care, Learning and Development, or relevant degree.
• Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy

• Minimum of 2 years experience of working with under fives in a formal setting, working within the Nursery Education and meeting the requirements relating to Ofsted.
• Experience of leading activities with individuals, groups and whole classes to support children's development
• Ability to write reports
• Ability to lead a team of adults

• Knowledge of and the ability to apply child protection and health and safety procedure
• Knowledge of current legislation affecting care and education of under fives
• Knowledge of planning an appropriate curriculum to promote the desirable outcomes/ Early Learning Goals
• Knowledge and understanding of children's development 0-5years.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.

• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Access to learning networks and visits to other organisations.
• Supportive leadership and a highly committed team.
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which hasthe opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• A established
  
  Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

• Flexible working options.
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• Defined benefit pension scheme.
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school.
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children.
• Play a significantpart in continuing to develop our school.
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.

• Free parking.
• Cycle-to-work scheme.
• Gym discounts.
• Eyecare vouchers.
• Dental support.
• Retail discounts.
• Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.

We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity inour workforce.

Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless ofgender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact [email protected] for support.

Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate businessinsurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents

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