Nursery Manager

At Manor Primary School we are looking for an experienced EYFS professional to join our team as Nursery Manager to lead our growing Nursery provision for 2-4 year olds.

Your opportunity

Manor Primary School has an exceptional opportunity for a Nursery Manager to lead our welcoming team in our fantastic Nursery that opened in September 2025. The successful candidate will work in collaboration with the Headteacher and other professionals as we continue to develop the newly refurbished Nursery classroom and outdoor areas.

We are looking for a talented and professional individual who shares our vision of high aspirations achievement and a passion for learning. They will be prepared to work hard and respond positively to the challenges of day to day school life. They will be innovative and creative in their teaching and be a strong team player.

What we are looking for

Experience of working in Nursery provision or EYFS with relevant EYFS Level 5/6 Qualification

• Be dynamic enthusiastic and motivated
• Be able to develop positive relationships with young children
• Be able to develop an understanding of the educational welfare and social needs of the children whom we are supporting
• Be able to stay calm and objective when presented with unusual or challenging behaviour
• Be enthusiastic and committed to working as part of a team
• Be a confident and clear communicator with parents
• A commitment to raise the achievement of all students of all abilities

Please read the Job Description and Person Specification for more information and before applying.

About The Didcot Cluster

Manor Primary School and Aureus Primary School and make up the Didcot Cluster a newly established cluster of schools overseen by a Regional Director alongside the wider Oxfordshire cluster which includes; William Morris Longford Park Hardwick and Cherry Fields.

This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster to share expertise and experience ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development. This is an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with colleagues across this cluster to share expertise and experience ensuring all children in our schools receive an excellent education and reach their potential. It also provides opportunities for career progression across the cluster and gives you the chance to further your professional development.

Join the GLF Schools Community

As a part of GLF Schools you will join a community of staff dedicated to transforming education. With regular progression discussions there will be a wealth of opportunities for you to grow your career whether in one of our 43 academies or in our central team.

• A Multi Academy Trust with over 2000 colleagues and over 19000 pupils
• Founded upon the values of Respect Inclusivity Integrity and Kindness
• 43 primary and secondary schools across 7 Local Authority areas across the south of England
• We work as a community whilst ensuring each school maintains its own unique identity
• Committed to ensuring all children and young people receive the best possible education

GLF Schools Employment Offer:

GLF Schools has a generous employment offer which allows all our colleagues to Grow Learn and Flourish:

• Access to our highly competitive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible working options
• Generous holiday allowance
• Work life and family friendly policies
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Access to a staff benefits portal
• Community and collaboration working model

The Details

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Scale: GLF Specialist

Working Pattern: Full-Time 38 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent 43 weeks per year (term time plus 4 weeks)

Closing date for applications: 17th June at 9.30am

Interview date:TBC

Shortlisted candidates may be contacted before the closing date. If you would like to visit the school for a tour please contact the school office.