Preschool Supervisor (Maternity)
Job description
The Preschool Supervisor oversees the daily operations of a preschool setting, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. They lead and support staff, uphold safeguarding and regulatory standards, and foster strong relationships with families.
Responsibilities
- Overseeing a team of drivers and ensuring all transport runs smoothly and safely
- Operating breakfast club, including morning pickups and drop-offs at local schools and nursery schools
- Managing afternoon pickups and drop-offs for schools and nursery sessions
- Creating and maintaining a weekly schedule for all pickups and drop-offs
- Communicating efficiently with parents, staff, and schools to coordinate changes or special requests
- Ensuring all vehicles meet safety and cleanliness standards
- Providing support and cover for staff when needed
Skills and Qualifications
Essential Skills
- Level 3 qualification in Childcare (or willing to work towards)
Desirable Skills
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
- Flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and requirements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- First Aid qualification
Further Information
Work Time: Working a minimum of 37 hours per week between the hours of 7.00am and 6.00pm Monday to Friday. No weekends.
- Vacancy ID
- 1742115
- Job ref.
- PS1025
- Job Sector
- Childcare and Social Work
- Area
- Co Antrim
- Location
- Larne
- Salary
- To be discussed
- No. vacancies
- 1
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Weekly hours
- 37
- Published date
- 28/10/2025
- Closing date
- 12/11/2025
- Worktime
- See Further Information
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