Pre-school Co-ordinator

# Pre-school Co-ordinatorEmployer: Woodmancote SchoolLocation: Cheltenham, GloucestershireContract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: Grade 5 (pts 11–14), £28,142 – £29,540 pa pro rataPosted: 15th July 2026Expires: 26th August :00 AMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: * Share : LinkedIn Facebook X WhatsApp Email* PrintPre-School Co-ordinatorLittle Chestnuts Pre-school, based at Woodmancote School, is seeking an exceptional Pre-school Co-Ordinator to join our warm and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a vibrant and reflective school community that values inclusivity, high-quality practice and strong teamwork.In this role, you will work alongside the existing Co-Ordinator and under the guidance of the school’s EYFS Lead to oversee the day to day running of the pre-school. You will help to create a caring, safe and stimulating environment where children can thrive, and you will play a key role in delivering high quality early education and care.We are looking for someone who:• Has a genuine passion for working with young children• Is an outstanding practitioner with at least one year of experience in an Early Years setting• Holds a relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification• Has sound knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage curriculum and related programmes/strategies• Has strong experience and understanding of assessment and record keeping requirements in an Early Years environment• Has experience of leading a team• Is a proactive, positive and collaborative team player• Has excellent interpersonal skills and contributes positively to the pre-school team culture• Is warm, approachable and able to build strong relationships with families to support children settling into education• Makes learning engaging, challenging and inspiring• Demonstrates commitment to professional development and proactively addresses areas for improvementIn return, we offer:• A supportive and friendly staff team• Purpose-built accommodation designed to enable high-quality teaching and learning• A Governing Body that is both supportive and challenging, with a genuine commitment to staff wellbeing, pupil progress and the school’s role in the community• Parents who are engaged and supportive of their child’s learning• Dedicated time for planning and meetings with the Co ordinator team, EYFS Lead and other pre-school staffHours: 22.75 hours per week (term time only), initially arranged as follows:• Tuesday: 8.00am – 5.00pm (including after-school staff meeting)• Thursday: 8.00am – 4.00pm• Friday: 8.00am – 4.00pmPlease note: The Tuesday schedule may be adjusted annually depending on staff meeting and co-ordinator planning arrangements.Grade: Grade 5 (pts 11–14), £28,142 – £29,540 per annum pro rata (pay rise due April 2026; percentage increase to be confirmed)Contract: PermanentClosing Date: 9am Wednesday 26th August 2026Interview Date: w/c 8th September 2026Start Date: asapA job description and person spec. can be found under the supporting documents attached to this advert.Completed applications should be made through our e-teach platform.Please note that CVs and standard application forms will not be accepted.If we receive applications of a high standard prior to the closing date the closing date and interview date may be brought forward.Applicants will be subject to recruitment and selection procedures designed to emphasise the school’s commitment to the safeguarding of its pupils and staff. These procedures include questioning at the interview stage, verification of appropriate qualification, acquiring references, and necessary safety checks.We will require details of two referees within the application form. We will obtain references for all shortlisted candidates prior to interview.The school provides a safe physical environment for its pupils and staff, ensuring that premises are a good standard. Health & Safety arrangements are in place to ensure adherence to current legislation and guidance.Woodmancote aims to be an equal opportunities employer and is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or race.Please refer to our Safeguarding policies, including our policy on the recruitment of Ex-Offenders, all accessible via our school website.All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a Self-Disclosure in order to share details of any convictions, cautions, disqualifications etc. prior to interview.### AttachmentsPre-school Co-ordinator Job DescriptionPre-school Co-Ordinator Person Spec### Safeguarding Statement:Woodmancote School 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr