Supervisor/Room Leader - Term Time

The Owl Pre-School, Northfleet

• Ref:KCC0-127430-3T
• Posted:12/02/2026
• Pay:£14.50 per hour
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:27/02/2026 at 12:00
• Interviews:TBC

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We are seeking a passionate and experienced Supervisor to lead our team in delivering exceptional early years education and care. In this role, you will be responsible for the management of the setting in the absence of the Manager and will play a key role in ensuring compliance with legal and statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
 Lead and motivate staff to provide high-quality education and care, adhering to the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) standards.
 Develop and implement medium and sessional curriculum plans, monitoring their effectiveness.
 Ensure the welfare and safety of children, addressing child protection concerns appropriately.
 Support staff through performance management systems and facilitate professional development.
 Liaise with parents and guardians to foster a strong community connection, sharing information about their children’s progress.
 Maintain accurate records and comply with all regulatory requirements.

Essential Criteria:
 Minimum of three years’ experience in early years care and education settings.
 Level 3 qualification in early years education and childcare (or equivalent).
 Sound understanding of child development and the ability to implement a diverse pre-school curriculum.
 Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in managing a team.
 Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable Criteria:
 Familiarity with Tapestry or other online tools for tracking children's development.

Hours of work:

Monday: 8.30am - 15.45pm

Wednesday:8.30am - 15.45pm

Thursday: 8.30am - 15.45pm

Friday: 8.30am - 11.45am

Additional Information:
This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Successful candidates must disclose any relevant convictions or orders.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to contribute to creating a safe and enriching environment for children, we would love to hear from you!

Information about the school

The Owl Pre-school is a beloved institution that has been in our community for the past 50 years. Our mission is to provide high-quality early education to children in a nurturing and supportive environment.

At The Owl Preschool, we believe in the importance of early childhood education and strive to create a safe and welcoming space where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Our dedicated team of educators are passionate about helping each child reach their full potential, both academically and emotionally.

As a charity, we are committed to serving the needs of our local community and providing affordable education to families of all backgrounds. We understand the importance of early education in laying the foundation for a child's future success, and we are proud to be a trusted partner in this journey for so many families over the years.

We are open term time only and offer sessional childcare.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Jodie Stevens
• Address:The Owl Building, Shears Green Infants School, Packham Road, Northfleet, Gravesend, DA117JF
• Telephone: 01474331777
• Email: stevens@owlpreschool.co.uk

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• Job Description for Supervisor Role/Room Leader