Are you ready to take the next step in your Early Years career? At Willow Cottage Nurseries, we provide a warm, supportive, and family-run environment for dedicated professionals who share our passion for excellence in childcare.
Whether you are beginning your journey as an apprentice, bringing your expertise as a qualified Early Years Educator, or looking to step into a leadership or support role, we are always on the lookout for inspiring individuals to join our growing teams across Oxford, Eynsham, and Witney. We believe that a happy, valued team is the key to creating magical learning experiences for our children.
By joining Willow Cottage, you will become part of a close-knit professional community that truly values creativity, the power of play, and continuous staff development. We are committed to nurturing your career just as much as we nurture the children in our care.
Please see our Willow Cottage vacancies board for a list of current opportunities.
More information about all the different roles within the nursery can be found below.
Level 2 Apprenticeships in Early Years – Earn While You Qualify: Start your career journey with hands-on training, expert mentorship, and a clear path to success.
Nursery Practitioner and Early Years Educators– Inspire the Next Generation: Join a supportive team where your creativity and passion for early years play are truly valued.
Room Leader – Lead with Purpose: Take the next step in your career by managing a vibrant room and mentoring aspiring educators.
Deputy Manager – Empower Our Team: Work closely with the Nursery Manager to drive high standards across the setting. Take the lead on nurturing staff development, championing safeguarding, and cultivating a welcoming nursery culture.
Housekeeper and Nursery Assistant (Including lunchtime cover) – Keep our nursery hygienic and welcoming, while assisting children during mealtimes to encourage independence and social skills.
Lunchtime Assistant – Create Happy Mealtimes: Make a daily difference by supporting children to develop positive eating habits, helping serve fresh meals, and providing vital cover for our early years team.
Nursery Cook / Chef – Prepare fresh, nutritious, and balanced meals daily. Responsible for managing dietary requirements, food hygiene, and kitchen safety.
| Willow Cottage Nurseries are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants need to go through our thorough Safer Recruitment process. We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer. |
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