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Shoots
05 Mar, 2026
Part time
Level 1 Childcare Qualification
Shoots Oxford, UK
Are you aged 16-18 and looking to start a Career in Childcare? Shoots Training are offering a FREE Level 1 Childcare course. This course is based in Oxfordshire , however we do offer Level 1 Childcare courses across Dorset, Devon, Hampshire, Somerset, Cornwall and many others. If you are looking for another location, please apply and we can discuss the options available. ABOUT THE COURSE This Study Programme is designed to give you an introduction into Childcare providing you with quality work experience and practical, Tutor led workshops/1:1 sessions as well as some online learning. A typical week consists of two study days' and three days’ work experience. We can cater for all individual needs and design the programme to suit you as an individual. We also offer Maths and English Functional skills if required. We have other work placements in the area available. A free DBS is provided, and work experience set up for you*, local to where...
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Shoots Sales
Shoots
28 Jan, 2026
Full time
Childcare Apprenticeship - Level 3
£7.55 - £12.21 hourly
Shoots Oxford, UK
Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Horspath Nursery, Oxford Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Horspath Nursery, Oxford. Horspath Pre-School Nursery, which serves Horspath, Garsington, Cuddesdon, Cowley and Wheatley, is nestled in the grounds of Horspath Primary School. We have our own separate and well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve. With access to many of the school’s facilities, we offer children between the ages of 2 and 5 years an enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning. At Horspath Nursery we feel that Children’s early years are the most important years of their lives.  We strive to provide high quality childcare and education for all children’s individual needs.  We provide this by being positive, respectful, relaxed with the nursery having a homely, welcoming feel.  We provide support and learning opportunities...
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Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Shoots
21 Nov, 2025
Full time
Childcare Apprenticeship - Level 3
£12.79 hourly
Shoots Oxford, UK
Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – St Thomas's Day Nursery Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at St Thomas's Day Nursery, Oxford. St Thomas’ Day Nursery is a small, independent, family-oriented day nursery situated in the centre of Oxford. We run on a not-for-profit basis and are managed by an elected committee of parents. Established in September 1986, St Thomas’ is one of Oxford’s longest-established nurseries and provides full and part-day care (on an all-year-round basis) for 40 children aged four months up to school age. Our Rooms We run two separate rooms at St Thomas Day Nursery Although we have two separate rooms, we ensure that the children mix together at different parts of the day Both rooms are set up accordingly to the age and stage of the children that are currently enrolled. Staff are well trained to ensure that all...
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Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Shoots
11 Nov, 2025
Full time
Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship - Level 5
£15.09 hourly
Shoots Oxford, UK
Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship – Horspath Nursery, Oxford Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 5 Early Years Lead Practitioner Apprenticeship at Horspath Nursery, Oxford. Horspath Pre-School Nursery, which serves Horspath, Garsington, Cuddesdon, Cowley and Wheatley, is nestled in the grounds of Horspath Primary School. We have our own separate and well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve. With access to many of the school’s facilities, we offer children between the ages of 2 and 5 years an enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning. At Horspath Nursery we feel that Children’s early years are the most important years of their lives.  We strive to provide high quality childcare and education for all children’s individual needs.  We provide this by being positive, respectful, relaxed with the nursery having a homely, welcoming feel.  We...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Shoots
11 Nov, 2025
Full time
Childcare Apprenticeship - Level 3
£13.92 hourly
Shoots Oxford, UK
Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship – Horspath Nursery, Oxford Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Horspath Nursery, Oxford. Horspath Pre-School Nursery, which serves Horspath, Garsington, Cuddesdon, Cowley and Wheatley, is nestled in the grounds of Horspath Primary School. We have our own separate and well-equipped outside play area and nature reserve. With access to many of the school’s facilities, we offer children between the ages of 2 and 5 years an enjoyable and well-rounded environment for play and learning. At Horspath Nursery we feel that Children’s early years are the most important years of their lives.  We strive to provide high quality childcare and education for all children’s individual needs.  We provide this by being positive, respectful, relaxed with the nursery having a homely, welcoming feel.  We provide support and learning opportunities...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Apprentice
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd
11 Sep, 2025
Casual
Nursery Chef / Cook - Advert
£33,280 - £42,640 yearly
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd Oxford, UK
We are looking for a caring, passionate person who can prepare home-cooked meals for our children aged 6 months to 4 years. You will support our nursery cooks creating delicious, balanced meals, following our four week rolling menu. Our meals are designed to be sustainably sourced, low sugar and age appropriate. We only serve high quality, low fat, locally sourced meat.   Roles and responsibilities As our new Nursery Cook you will: be available to cover the absences and holidays of our nursery cook team   be able to work both independently and cooperatively with the management Team, nursery staff and the children.  maintain an excellent standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the whole kitchen. be able to cater for the individual dietary requirements of each of the children work to the requirements of Safer Food Better Business requirements and COSHH. have at least 1 year’s professional cooking experience Contract Bank (variable hours) contract -...
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Willow Cottage Nurseries
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd
25 Apr, 2025
Full time
Nursery Deputy Manager - Advert
£33,751 yearly
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd Oxford, UK
This role is also known as Early Years Manager, and is related to Nursery Room Leader, EY Educator, Nursery Nurse Please click to view the full [Job Description - available shortly] and  GDPR  information.   _________________________________________ Nursery Deputy Manager - Peripatetic - Administrative Focus Willow Cottage are seeking a Deputy Manager who is a dynamic leader with a passion for early years education. If you are dedicated to nurturing young minds, with a good head for organisation and an eye for detail, we would love to hear from you! Roles and Responsibilities As a deputy manager you will be involved in: – Leading safeguarding for the setting, putting the welfare and safety of the children above all else – Supporting our setting management teams in various ways, both at the settings and remotely.  – Administering the Early Education Funding scheme and various other administrative and HR tasks – Supporting with various projects...
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Willow Cottage Nurseries
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd
17 Apr, 2025
Full time
Nursery Senior Administrator - Advert
£14.42 - £16.83 hourly
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd Oxford, UK
Nursery Senior Administrator This job would be suitable for someone with experience working independently and responsibly in a professional environment. They will be familiar with using excel, confident with basic  maths, with a good attention to detail. The ideal candidate with have had experience working in a nursery but this is not essential.  Hours 10-15 over 3 days or 2 days spread out throughout the week, (e.g. Mon & Thurs)  - This could be a term time only position.  Contract Length  12 month  Salary   £14.42 – 16.83 Responsible to – Director of Finance  Early Education Funding Administration  - 20 hours per month Inputting new children on to OCC funding system  Liaise with OCC over funding changing Ensuring all children’s funding status’s are known.  Managing funding forms Management Reports  - 5 hours per month Recording Occupancy   Calculating and recording future available staffing session  EyMan data...
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Willow Cottage Nurseries
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd
14 Nov, 2024
Full time
Nursery Deputy Manager - Advert
£32,506 yearly
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd Oxford, UK
This role is also known as Early Years Manager, Third in Charge ( Third-In-Charge ), and is related to Nursery Room Leader, EY Educator, Nursery Nurse Please click to view the full  Job Description  and  GDPR  information.   _________________________________________ Nursery Deputy Manager - Third in Charge Willow Cottage are seeking a Third in Charge Manager who is a dynamic leader with a passion for early years education. If you are dedicated to nurturing young minds and leading with enthusiasm, we would love to hear from you! Roles and Responsibilities As a deputy manager you will be involved in: – Leading safeguarding for the setting, putting the welfare and safety of the children above all else – taking responsibility for the efficient day to day running of the nursery and overall delivery of a high-quality service – ensuring the safety, security, happiness and well-being of all children registered with the nursery – continuously...
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Willow Cottage Nurseries
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd
29 Aug, 2024
Part time
Nursery Housekeeper - Advert
£13,130 yearly
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd Oxford, UK
Housekeeper Willow Cottage Nurseries are seeking a person to assist in keeping our nurseries clean and operating effectively, as well as providing additional cover for our nursery teams.  Hours – 15 over 5 days       5.00pm- 8pm (alternative hours are available)                Start Date – Open until filled Location – Farmoor OX2 9NT Qualification – Familiarity with COSHH regulations is desirable. Experience – A successful candidate will probably have had experience working as a housekeeper and be comfortable and confident around children aged 0-5. Salary House Keeper - £10.10/hour + Benefits Requires - See Safeguarding below Responsible to – Team Leaders, Setting Management   Flexible working arrangement We are looking for someone who can work 5 days a week 5pm to 7pm. However, this is a flexible role and we may be able to accommodate other working patterns or longer hours. Unfortunately, this is not a term-time only...
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Willow Cottage Nurseries
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd
29 Aug, 2024
Full time
Nursery Room Leader / Team Leader - Advert
£30,467 yearly
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd West St & North St, Oxford OX2 0AA, UK
This role is also known as Nursery Room Leader, Early Years Room Leader Please click to view the full   Job Description   and   GDPR   information.  _________________________________________ Nursery Room Leader – including Deputy Room Leader Willow Cottage Nurseries is looking for an exceptional Early Years Room Leader with a passion for leadership and a vision for delivering the highest quality education and childcare. Would you like to work in a beautiful rural location with extensive outdoor facilities? We believe that our staff should feel valued and be part of a supportive team of childcare professionals. Roles and responsibilities As a Room Leader you will be involved in: Delivering and maintaining a professional standard of care and education with high expectations of all children and colleagues. Inspire, motivate, and give direction to the team in order to provide the best possible care and education for the children in an...
Nursery Name:
Willow Cottage Nurseries
WMC Training
23 Mar, 2026
Full time
Nursery Apprentice
£8.00 hourly
WMC Training Oxfordshire, UK
Do you have a genuine passion for leading and nurturing young learners, coupled with proven experience managing a nursery effectively?  WMC Training is seeking a dedicated Nursery apprentice to join the professional, rewarding, and supportive team at  Banbury OX16 5AY .   Working Hours: 8:00am - 6:00pm Monday to Friday Earn while you learn  – this is a  paid role  working with children in a real nursery setting You'll get  hands-on experience  supporting early years development No experience needed – just enthusiasm, reliability, and a love for working with children! DUTIES To support fellow educators/practitioners to deliver the setting’s curriculum and standard of practice. 2. To work towards an early years qualification with support from the setting’s staff and training provider. 3. To seek support from members of the team to assist your learning. 4. To work closely with children aged 0-5 years old, looking after their daily needs such as...
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WMC Training
Childbase Partnership
10 Mar, 2026
Full time
Qualified Nursery Practitioner
£27,040 - £33,738 yearly
Childbase Partnership Headington, Oxford, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location:  Sandfield Day Nursery | Headington, Oxford | OX3 7RH (on the John Radcliffe Hospital site). Contract:  Permanent | 18-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Full and part-time options available of 2-5 days a week | Shifts will fall between 07:00am-18:30pm. Salary:  £27,040-£33,737.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£16.22 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.  Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a further 20 paid...
Nursery Name:
Sandfield Day Nursery
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Childbase Partnership
10 Mar, 2026
Full time
Qualified Nursery Practitioner
£27,040 - £33,738 yearly
Childbase Partnership Headington, Oxford, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary.  Role:  Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 2 or above). Location:  Julia Durbin Day Nursery | Headington, Oxford | OX3 7JU (next to Churchill Hospital). Contract:  Permanent | 18-40 hours/week | 52 weeks/year. Working pattern:  Full and part-time options available of 2-5 days a week | Shifts will fall between 07:00am-18:30pm. Salary:  £27,040-£33,737.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£16.22 per hour.   We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989.  Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘ careers, not jobs’ , supporting one another to grow and succeed.    Why join us? Generous annual leave : 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays.  Work-life balance:  Up to a further 20 paid...
Nursery Name:
Julia Durbin Day Nursery
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Childbase Partnership
10 Mar, 2026
Full time
Qualified Nursery Practitioner
£27,040 - £33,738 yearly
Childbase Partnership Cowley, Oxford, UK
Join Childbase Partnership and be part of something extraordinary. Role:   Qualified Nursery Practitioner (Level 3 or above) Location:   Garsington Day Nursery | Cowley | OX4 2SU Contract:   Permanent | 40 hours per week | 52 weeks per year Working pattern:   Monday–Friday between 7:30am–6:30pm - Choose a 4 or 5 day working week Salary:   £27,040-£33,737.60 per annum (pro-rata) | £13.00-£16.22 per hour. We’ve been delivering childcare excellence since 1989. Within our 44-day nurseries, Head Office, and Training Academy, EduBase, our ethos is simple: we all belong, we all matter, and we all contribute. We believe in ‘careers, not jobs’, supporting one another to grow and succeed. Why join us? - Generous annual leave: 23 days paid leave per annum (pro-rata), rising to 28 days with length of service, plus paid bank holidays. - Work-life balance: Up to a further 20 paid days off each year through our Partnership Reward Days incentive; take your...
Nursery Name:
Garsington Road Day Nursery
Early Years Practitioner/Nursery Nurse
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd
29 Aug, 2024
Part time
Housekeeper and Lunchtime Assistant Advert
£14,820 yearly
Willow Cottage Nurseries Ltd Eynsham, Witney OX29, UK
Housekeeper and Nursery Assistant (may include lunchtime cover) Willow Cottage Nurseries are seeking a person to assist in keeping our nurseries clean and operating effectively, as well as providing additional cover for our nursery teams looking after the children during busy periods. Hours  – 25 over 5 days 7.00am - 12.00pm (alternative hours may be available for the right candidate) Start Date  – Open until filled Locations -  There are currently openings at the following locations - Farmoor OX2 9NT - Bletchingdon OX5 3DH Qualification  – Familiarity with COSHH regulations is desirable. Experience  – A successful candidate will probably have had experience working as a housekeeper and be comfortable and confident looking after children aged 0-5. Salary House Keeper and Nursery Assistant - £11.40/hour + Benefits Requires  - See Safeguarding below Responsible to  – Team Leaders, Setting Management Flexible working arrangement We are...
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Willow Cottage Nurseries
Shoots
31 Mar, 2026
Part time
Level 1 Childcare Qualification
Shoots Abingdon,
Are you aged 16-18 and looking to start a Career in Childcare? Shoots Training are offering a FREE Level 1 Childcare course. This course is based at  Toddler Town Montessori Nursery,  however we do offer Level 1 Childcare course in many other Nurseries across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset, West Sussex and many more. If you are looking for another location, please apply and we can discuss the options available. ABOUT THE NURSERY Toddler Town Montessori Nursery provides a warm, nurturing, and child-centred environment that supports children during the early stages of development. Blending Montessori principles with the EYFS framework, the setting offers a balanced approach to learning that promotes independence, curiosity, and confidence. The nursery creates a welcoming “home from home” atmosphere, where experienced practitioners deliver engaging, play-based learning tailored to each child’s needs. A strong focus on high-quality care and...
Nursery Name:
Shoots Sales
Park View Ltd
05 Feb, 2026
Full time
Nursery Trainee Practitioner
£22,000 - £26,000 yearly
Park View Ltd Woodstock OX20, UK
Job title:  Trainee Early Years Practitioner    Purpose of post is to learn the below skills Ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted Contribute a high standard of physical, emotional, social and intellectual care for all children in the nursery Work as part of a team in order to provide an enabling environment in which all individual children can play, learn and develop. Work towards a full qualification and qualify   Key areas Work with and support children Work as part of a team Build and maintain strong partnerships with parents.   Responsible to: Nursery Manager/Team Leader   Duties and responsibilities To follow the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure To contribute to a programme of activities that meet the individual needs and interests of children in your area in conjunction with other team members...
Nursery Name:
Park View Childcare (Woodstock) Ltd
Park View Ltd
27 Jan, 2026
Part time
Cleaner
£13.00 - £14.00 hourly
Park View Ltd Woodstock OX20, UK
Nursery Cleaner/Housekeeper Our nursery is a beautiful lnew purpose nursery building and has extensive gardens for the children to explore. We are very proud to be rated 5 by environmental health  We are looking for a nursery cleaner to work alongside our busy childcare team, the role would include general cleaning in a variety of rooms including bathrooms ensuring exceptionally high quality clean spaces for our children to use. This position is for 20  hours per week across 5 days. Ideally you will have previous cleaning experience and experience in cleaning a childcare setting would be beneficial but not essential. Nursery Cleaner main duties and responsibilities*: Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment. Adhere to all Nursery policies and procedures. Always meet health and safety and environmental health requirements *Duties and responsibilities in this job description are not exhaustive or restrictive, changes and other duties relevant to...
Nursery Name:
Park View Childcare (Woodstock) Ltd
Housekeeping
Park View Ltd
18 Nov, 2025
Full time
Nursery Deputy Manager
£28,000 - £32,500 yearly
Park View Ltd Woodstock OX20, UK
Job title: Nursery Deputy Manager   Purpose of post Ensure all children are safeguarded and their welfare and safety is promoted Ensure a high standard of physical, personal, emotional, social and intellectual education and care for all children in the nursery Implement high standards of quality practices through supervisions and support for the team members within the nursery Day-to-day management of the nursery, including quality improvement, marketing and administration.   Key areas High standards of care and early learning of all children Team building and staff management Marketing and business development.   Responsible to: Nursery Directors   Main duties Lead the nursery safeguarding procedure to ensure all children are kept safe, well and secure and ensure all team members are able to do the same. Keep up-to-date with relevant safeguarding and child protection training and cascade...
Nursery Name:
Park View Childcare (Woodstock) Ltd
Deputy Manager/Assistant Manager
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