General Area Manager, Childcare industry - Oxfordshire

Junior Adventures Group; Oxford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A playful children's service organization in Oxford is seeking a dedicated leader to oversee multiple sites and inspire Club Managers. This role includes managing commercial performance, growing relationships with stakeholders, and delivering high-quality programs for children. Candidates should have strong leadership abilities, a commercially savvy mindset, and excellent communication skills. Join us to create brighter futures for children while thriving in a supportive workplace environment.

Benefits

Access to Employee Assistance Programs

Workplace pension scheme

Paid training and professional development

Special deals with retail partners

Qualifications

• Experience managing costs and revenue effectively.
• Strong leadership skills in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build trust.

Responsibilities

• Oversee about 10 sites and lead Club Managers.
• Manage commercial performance and optimise costs.
• Grow new business through networking and referrals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Commercial awareness

Team engagement

Job description

• Oversee approximately 10 sites across the Oxfordshire area.
• Lead and inspire a team of Club Managers, ensuring high standards are delivered across all sites.
• Manage commercial performance: optimise costs, maximise revenue, and exceed budget expectations.
• Coordinate local funding opportunities and collaborate with support functions (People, Marketing, Finance, Safeguarding, Customer Experience).
• Deliver club results and collaborate with the Head of Education & Wellbeing to meet short- and long-term business objectives.
• Take ownership of the Adventure Program and Holiday HQ delivery within the cluster, ensuring world‑class product and child‑centric programming.
• Empower teams to deliver an experience‑led program, ensuring enrichment and development for children.
• Coordinate the training calendar of the area and ensure forward‑thinking delivery.
• Provide exceptional leadership of Club Managers, promoting culture, values, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure employee engagement, feedback, retention, and performance meet high standards.
• Drive a safety‑focused culture, acting as the safeguarding ambassador and managing safe reporting.
• Compliance with Ofsted requirements across the cluster.
• Grow new business through referrals, networking, and developing relationships with Headteachers and governors.
• Upsell and promote additional service offerings to the current cluster.
• Identify local community engagement opportunities and build trust with stakeholders.
• Support the Head of Education & Wellbeing to expand the brand footprint within the cluster.
• Naturally a leader with a people‑first approach.
• Commercially savvy with experience managing costs and revenue.
• Initiative, can‑do attitude, and a track record of engaging high‑performing teams.
• Creative thinker, cool under pressure, and a big‑kid at heart.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Warm, honest, and genuine, building trust with all stakeholders.
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and delivering on objectives.
• Salary: £33,000K, Be Considerate - show care for others.
• Be Passionate - love what you do and inspire others.
• Be Trustworthy - role model responsibility.
• Leave a positive legacy - create brighter futures for all.

What We Offer

• The chance to build brighter futures for children.
• Access to 24/7 Employee Assist Programs through Health Assured.
• Discounted wrap‑around school care and holiday club (if you have little ones).
• Workplace pension scheme for future security.
• A workplace where you can shine your personality.
• Rewards for recommending friends and family to join the team.
• Special deals with retail and service partners.
• Paid training and regular personal and professional development.
• A structured 4‑week induction to set you up for success.