Pre - School Manager (PAR209BC)
Parkland Primary School South Wigston, Wigston, Leicestershire, LE18 4TA12 days remaining to apply
Start date details
June 2026
Closing date
10 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
28 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £28,605.00 - £31,029.00 Annually (FTE) Approx Starting Salary £24,804.25
Pre - School Manager (PAR209BC) job summary
Pre-School Manager
Parkland Primary School South Wigston
Salary: Grade 8 Pay Point 15-18 (£28,605 - £31,029 per annum, approximate starting salary of £24,804.25 )
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, 39 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday 08:00am - 16:30pm with a 30 mintue unpaid lunch break.
About the Role
Parkland Primary School South Wigston are seeking to recruit a highly organised, empathetic and enthusiastic Pre-School Manager to work within our Pre-School setting.
Why Choose Parkland Primary School South Wigston?
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.
Our Achievements to date
- 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
Emphasis is placed on the development of every child's self-esteem and independence, and they are strongly encouraged to be kind and caring to one another in a positive and nurturing environment. Children work and play together in a happy, relaxed and positive atmosphere in which encouragement abounds and the surroundings are colourful, attractive and adaptable.
All our activities are designed to cover multiple areas of the curriculum at any one time to ensure each child has the opportunity to achieve in and access all areas of learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Understand, effectively apply and implement within the provision the application of Trust policies and procedures related to the post especially those that relate to safeguarding and child protection.
- Ensure compliance under the Children’s Act.
- Liaison with parents / carers to ensure that children are welcomed and supported in a culturally appropriate way.
What We’re Looking For
Qualifications:
- EYP, NNEB or NVQ level 3 in Children’s Care, Learning and Development, or relevant degree.
- Level 2 qualifications in maths/numeracy and English/literacy
Experience:
- 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
- Experience of managing a budget and resources
Skills & Knowledge:
- Knowledge of and the ability to apply child protection and health and safety procedures
- Knowledge and understanding of children’s development 0-5years.
- Knowledge of current legislation affecting care and education of under fives
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Skills to relate well to staff, parents, governors and pupils and to be assertive when necessary.
- Empathy with children and young people
Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification to support your application.
Why Join Us?
Professional Growth & Support
- 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 has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
- A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues
Work-Life & Wellbeing Benefits
- 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 significant part in continuing to develop our school.
- Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust.
Additional Perks
- Free parking.
- Cycle-to-work scheme.
- Gym discounts.
- Eyecare vouchers.
- Dental support.
- Retail discounts.
- Annual incremental pay increases within the pay scale.
Equal Opportunities & Accessibility
We welcome enquiries from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.
Applications are welcome from all sections of the community regardless of gender identity, ethnic origin, disability, age or sexual orientation. If you require assistance completing your application, please contact hrsupport@discoverytrust.org for support.
Depending on your role, occasional travel between Discovery locations may be required. A valid driving license and appropriate business insurance are necessary, and you will need to provide evidence of these documents
More about Discovery Schools Trust
Discovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.
Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.
Safeguarding Statement
We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.
AI
While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.
Apply Now!
If you are ready to make a difference in children's lives, apply today!
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Parkland Primary School South Wigston
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- School size
- 548 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Parkland Primary School South Wigston website
Parkland Primary school is a large primary school, with 506 children aged 4 to 11. It is also a pretty happy place with children who on the whole are willing to learn, friendly and easy-going. Our intake is mixed in socio-economic terms with nearly a quarter of the children on free meals. Parents are supportive regular volunteer helpers in school.
Staff range from very experienced to NQTs, with a generous allocation of support staff including HLTAs, a nursery nurse, teaching assistants and an ICT technician.
Premises are modern with open-plan areas for younger children and closed rooms for older ones. We have good resources and excellent facilities including an ICT suite, field, studio, resource room, and separate Year 6 building. We share a campus with South Wigston High School. A state-of-the-art sports centre has been built at the High School with community access and timetabled slots for our school's use.
Our school is part of the Discovery Schools Academies Trust. Discovery Schools Academy Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence is shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.
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