Group Manager – Pre-School & After School Club

Maple Grove Community Group

Salary: £35,000 - £39,000 (negotiable depending on experience)
Hours: Full-time (minimum number of hours negotiable), Term Time Only, Office Based
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:45am – 6:15pm

Lead, Inspire, and Make a Difference Every Day

Maple Grove Community Group is looking for a passionate and experienced Group Manager to lead the day-to-day running of our thriving Pre-School and Out of School Club. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated early years professional to take the next step in their career—leading a dedicated team and shaping a nurturing, inclusive environment where children can truly flourish.

About the Role

As Group Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our setting—overseeing daily operations and ensuring every child enjoys a safe, stimulating, and caring experience while meeting all regulatory and safeguarding requirements. You’ll inspire and support your team, work closely with our Management Committee, and play a key role in maintaining the high standards we’re proud of.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading, motivating, and supporting a committed staff team
• Ensuring full compliance with safeguarding and Ofsted requirements
• Creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
• Managing staffing levels and maintaining appropriate ratios
• Leading team meetings, supervisions, and performance development
• Building strong relationships with parents, carers, and professionals
• Promoting the setting within the local community
• Driving continuous improvement and high-quality provision

About You

You’re an enthusiastic leader with a genuine passion for early years education and a drive to make a positive impact.

Essential:

·         Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or above)

·         Minimum 2 years of management experience in a childcare setting

·         Strong knowledge of EYFS and child development

·         Solid understanding of safeguarding practices

·         Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience supervising staff or placements
• Experience working with external agencies and professionals
• Knowledge of developing learning environments and resources

What We Offer

·         A supportive and friendly Management Committee

·         The opportunity to lead a well-established, valued setting

·         Ongoing professional development and training

·         Term-time working for a better work-life balance

Safeguarding

Maple Grove Community Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check and references.

Visits are strongly encouraged! Please contact us on 01354 660 543 or email manager@maplegrovecommunitygroup.co.uk

Maple Grove Community Group reserves the right to close applications early.