Cornwall Council
Pre-school Manager
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Hours: Full-time preferred (37 hours per week, term-time only). Flexible working arrangements will be considered for the right candidate. Start Date: September 2026
About us
St Tudy Pre-school is a warm, welcoming, and highly regarded early years setting at the heart of our rural community. We provide high-quality care and education for children aged 1 to 5 years, helping every child learn, grow, and thrive.
We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and compassionate Pre-school Manager to lead our dedicated team as we prepare for an exciting new chapter: our upcoming transition into St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious practitioner who enjoys combining inspiring educational leadership with day-to-day operational management, all while building positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues.
About the role
As our Pre-school Manager, you will hold a dual role of educational leader and operational manager. You will:
- Guide and motivate a committed, passionate early years team.
- Oversee the delivery of an engaging EYFS curriculum, ensuring outstanding standards of care, learning, and safeguarding.
- Support every child's individual development, promoting inclusive practice across the setting.
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with families, the local community, and external professionals.
- Manage recruitment, staff supervision, and professional development while maintaining strict regulatory compliance and Ofsted readiness.
- Work closely with the Chair of Trustees to ensure a smooth, successful transition into the St Barnabas MAT.
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You will step into a highly supportive environment with well-established systems, a superb local reputation, and an experienced team ready to back your vision.
About you
We are looking for a dedicated professional who brings a blend of leadership expertise and a deep love for early years education.
Essential:
- A minimum of a Level 3 (or above) Early Years qualification.
- Proven track record in a leadership or management role within an early years setting.
- A thorough, up-to-date understanding of the EYFS framework and Ofsted requirements.
- Exceptional communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
- An unwavering commitment to safeguarding, child protection, and inclusive practice.
Desirable:
- Current Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), Paediatric First Aid, or SENDCo qualifications (highly advantageous, though full training and support will be provided for the right candidate).
What we offer
- A warm, welcoming atmosphere with deeply engaged families and a dedicated staff team.
- Access to excellent professional development opportunities, enhanced by our future connection with St Barnabas MAT.
- A unique opportunity to truly shape the future of our setting during a landmark period of positive change.
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St Tudy Pre-school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.
How to apply
To apply, please complete our application form on our website and send by email to chair@sttudypreschool.org before 11.59pm on Wednesday 23 July. Interviews are planned to take place on the morning of Wednesday 29 July.
Click here [https://sttudypreschool.org/meet-the-team/join-our-team/] for more information and to apply.
This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information.
Organisation address: St Tudy Pre-school, Redvale Road, St Tudy, Bodmin, PL30 3NH
Contact detail: Rose Cashley-Field
Email: chair@sttudypreschool.org
Website: St Tudy Pre-school – Early years education for children aged 12 months + [https://sttudypreschool.org/]
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