Nursery Manager

Completely Care; England; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in South Oxfordshire seeks a Nursery Manager to oversee nursery operations with a salary up to £45,000 per year. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day activities, recruitment, and compliance with OFSTED requirements. The role offers career progression for deputy managers and a supportive environment focused on staff development and training. Benefits include annual bonuses, holiday entitlements, and a pension plan.

Benefits

Annual bonus

Pay increases

Holiday entitlement

Pension entitlement

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in childcare and education.
• Experience in a management team is required.
• Ability to create a safe and positive environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the nursery.
• Manage budgets, staff recruitment, and training.
• Ensure compliance with company policy and OFSTED standards.

Skills

Management

Childcare

Team Leadership

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 in Childcare and Education

Job description

Reference No : MANPACS Keywords : Nursery Manager, Childcare, Education, Early Years, Management

• Permanent
• Posted 1 day ago
• £45000 GBP / Year
• Closes : January 11, 2026

Completely Care

Job Overview

We are looking for a Nursery Manager to work in a nursery based in South Oxfordshire the salary is up to £45,000 depending on experience and qualifications. The nursery would also be willing to train someone with experience as a Deputy Manager up to be a Manager so a great opportunity for career progression.

Responsibilities

The role is full time working 40 hours per week, you will work alongside the area managers to ensure a smooth handover within the nursery. You will be responsible for the day to day running of the nursery, budgets, staffing and intake of children and safeguarding. You will be responsible for the recruitment of staff and appraisals as well as running team meetings and training courses.

Qualifications

You must be qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in childcare and education however further qualifications would be advantageous. You will be ensuring that the children have a safe and happy environment to thrive in and ensure that the nursery is managed in line with company policy and OFSTED requirements.

Requirements

The successful candidate will have some experience working within a management team, will be focused and happy leading a well established team of staff . If you are an experienced manager or a deputy looking to take the next step in your career within a fantastic nursery group that goes the extra mile to look after their staff please call or email to apply today.

Benefits

There are many other benefits with the role such annual bonus and pay increases, great holiday and pension entitlement and training and career progression opportunities.

Contact

Call Completely Care Ltd to apply on 01865 727751

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