26 jobs found in oxfordshire

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Nursery Cook prepares nutritious, balanced meals and snacks for children aged 0-5, ensuring all dietary, allergy, and cultural requirements are met. Responsibilities include maintaining high food hygiene standards (HACCP), managing kitchen stock, ordering supplies, and cleaning to  Environmental Health  standards. They often work 9am-5pm, Monday-Friday, and need a  Food Hygiene Certificate .    Key Responsibilities: Menu Planning & Cooking:  Preparing breakfast, lunch, and snacks, ensuring meals are appealing and nutritious for young children. Dietary Needs:  Managing special dietary requirements, including allergies, intolerances, and religious/cultural preferences. Health & Safety:  Maintaining a hygienic kitchen, including cleaning equipment, recording food temperatures, and following  Health & Safety regulations . Stock Management:  Ordering food and supplies, maintaining inventory, and rotating stock to reduce waste. Compliance:  Ensuring...

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...

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 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...

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  a nursery based in  Wallingford OX10 6SH   .  This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the nursery and maintaining the delivery of high standards of care and education to all children. The ideal candidate will bring previous experience working with children ,a genuine interest in developing the talent of younger generations, and a strong desire to make a difference in children's lives. You will be a collaborative team member, equally capable of taking initiative, and adept at planning enriching activities. DUTIES Your duties as  NURSERY APPRENTICE  :- · Assist with planning and delivering fun, educational activities Support children’s personal care,...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Steeple Aston Pre-School (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Steeple Aston Pre-School . A little bit about about Steeple Aston Pre-school Creative area, main room This area is fully accessible to the children where they can select materials and items from the drawers. Using their own skills which they acquire to be imaginative and creative, using their own self-expression. It helps them emotionally and socially, developing their cognitive, speaking and listening capabilities which is a vital part of their childhood and development. Computer area and the main room The main room is where the computer is located. The computer maybe on for a short period of time in the morning as one of the activities the children can select to use it if they wish. Music basket, main room...

Level 3  Childcare Apprenticeship – Peachcroft Pre-School  (Term Time Only) Shoots Training are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking individual to complete their Level 3 Childcare Apprenticeship at Peachcroft Pre-School, Abingdon . At Peachcroft we provide a wide range of activities for the children including sand and water play, art and craft, cooking, clay and dough, songs, and music. There is an outdoor play area, which is used daily in all but the most extreme weather conditions. Pre-school has a wide variety of books and board games and a computer with a range of software suitable for pre-school children. There is plenty of chance for imaginative play in the home corner or with toys such as the train set, cars, airport, doll’s house, farm, and zoo. The children’s activities are planned to work towards their learning outcomes as set by the Early Years Foundation Stage.  Deliver high quality care and education for children aged 2 to...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Key Responsibilities: Childcare and Education: Ensuring a safe and stimulating environment for children aged 2-4 years.  Delivering an appropriate play-based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.  Observing and tracking children's development, and planning activities to support their individual progress.  Providing a high standard of care and implementing positive behavior management strategies.  Staff Management: Supervising and mentoring staff within the room, including nursery practitioners, assistants, and apprentices.  Delegating responsibilities and ensuring staff are working effectively.   Parental Partnerships: Building positive relationships with parents and communicating effectively about their child's development.  Involving parents in their child's learning and development.  Addressing any concerns or questions from parents.  Administrative Tasks: Maintaining accurate records of children's...

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 -...

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...

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...