Guest Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 Hi! I have been offered a job interview for a mangerial position at a small community pre-school. I've never applied for this sort of job before but with all the trouble I've been having recently, decided to go for it. I was just wondering if anyone could offer me any tips or advice that I can use to improve my chances? I really, really want this job as it fits in with my daughter and partner so if anyone can help me, I will be really grateful!! Thanks in anticipation! Clare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 There is a really good article which you can find just here. It may be useful to have a read through of that first and if you still feel you need advice come back and ask. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 Thanks Linda This website really is excellent and I'm still learning different things from it! I have copied the article and shall read it with vigour! Thanks again, Clare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 First I'd like to say good luck with the interview. As an employer, I try hard to offer my staff a work/life balance, especially as the majority of my staff have school age children. However, I have found over the past year or two that interviewees have said, yes, I can do such and such hours only to want to change them to enable them to drop off or pick-up their own children from school. Because they haven't stated their prefered "real" work/life balance hours at interview, and then say they need hours to change once they have started, really causes a lot of reshuffling of staff hours and resentment from staff. We all try to understand that all parents (staff) want to be involved in their childs school life, and the needs of the preschool to have staff before school and after school hours. Basically my waffle is saying, be honest up front about what are the realistic hours you want to work to fit in with your children and husband. Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 3, 2006 Share Posted March 3, 2006 I'd second that one, Peggy. It might be worth bearing in mind that there's often less room for flexibility for those in managerial positions - they're the ones who often have to be able to stay late when no-one else can, etc. Honesty, willingness to learn, awareness of own strengths & weaknesses, and child-centredness would go a long way with me. Also awareness of things like team dynamics and leadership styles, including what yours is. All the best for the interview - let us know how it goes! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 8, 2006 Share Posted March 8, 2006 Just to let you all know that I went for my interview this morning and I think it went quite well. I was asked all sorts of questions about what I would do in certain situations and the lady seemed quite pleased. She showed me around the place and asked me when I would be able to start, so I think that it was good! She said she would let me know by the end of the week, so as soon as I know, I will let you all know how it went! Thanks for all your comments and advice! Clare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 8, 2006 Share Posted March 8, 2006 Hi Clare I will keep my fingers crossed for you. Hope the outcome is a good one. Well done. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted March 8, 2006 Share Posted March 8, 2006 Same from me, too. Fingers firmly crossed! Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 8, 2006 Share Posted March 8, 2006 Fingers crossed from me too. Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beau Posted March 9, 2006 Share Posted March 9, 2006 Clare, hope you get good news tomorrow. Let us all know how you got on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Posted March 9, 2006 Share Posted March 9, 2006 Hope it's good news tomorrow. Let us know how you get on. Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Ok, you can all uncross those fingers toes,etc because..... I GOT THE JOB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am now officially a pre-school manager! Never imagined I'd be saying that for a few years yet! Would just like to say thank you to you all for your kind words and best wishes. I'm a bit nervous but very, very excited! Thanks again! Clare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Congratulations! Crack open a bottle and just wallow!!! you clever girl. You will be brill and of course there's everyone on the forum to lend a hand if you need it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deb Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Congratulations Clare Hope you have a great weekend celebrating your achievement! Deb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marion Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Congrats from me too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 YIPEEEEEE WELL DONE. Peggy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 10, 2006 Share Posted March 10, 2006 Congratulations Clare! Don't forget we are all here to give you support in your new role if you should need it. Well done. Linda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beau Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 Well done Clare - that's great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sue R Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 Very well done from me, too Hope you have a wonderful time in your new position Sue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 Congratulations and very well done, enjoy your new job ! Megsmum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Posy Posted March 11, 2006 Share Posted March 11, 2006 Congratulations from me too Barb Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.