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Pre School Manager (Highfield), Maternity Leave Cover – Year-round position

Overview of Role

Highfield is seeking a dedicated and experienced Pre-School Manager to cover a 12-month maternity leave. Reporting to the Head of Early Years, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management and smooth running of our Pre-School.

Our Pre-School operates on a term-time basis, with wrap-around care, and works closely alongside our Holiday Club during school holidays. This is a year-round, full-time position, working 37.5 hours per week.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience working in a busy Nursery or Pre-School setting and a genuine passion for supporting children’s learning, development, and wellbeing. You will be confident in communicating effectively with both children and parents and committed to maintaining a high-quality early years environment.

For full details of the duties and responsibilities, please refer to the job description.

If you are enthusiastic, committed, and motivated to make a positive difference in the lives of young children, we would be delighted to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply for this role, please complete the following application and return it together with any additional supporting information to recruitment@hlc.org.uk.

You can also post your application to :

Liz Pugh, HR Manager 
Harrogate Ladies’ College
Clarence Drive
Harrogate
HG1 2QG

Closing date: 9.00am, Friday 6th February 2026

Interview date: To be confirmed

Harrogate Ladies’ College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and the successful applicant must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post.  Please note that the successful applicant will not be able to start in School until all pre-employment checks have been completed satisfactorily.  The school is an educational charity and equal opportunities employer.