Deputy Nursery Manager - Highfield Nursery

MIChild Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Flexible working options (4–5 days)

80% childcare discount

Wellbeing support

Team awards & events

Wellness events

Attendance incentives

Job summary

MiChild Group is recruiting a Deputy Nursery Manager for Highfield Nursery in Blackpool. This is a full‑time role (40 hours per week) with rotating early, middle and late shifts to ensure coverage and flexibility.

The successful candidate will hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification, have prior leadership experience in a nursery, strong EYFS knowledge and safeguarding awareness, and be an excellent communicator with children, parents and staff.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised).
• Experience in a similar deputy/manager role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of EYFS and safeguarding.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding knowledge

Communication with parents

Team collaboration

Education

Level 3 EY qualification

Job description

• Location: Highfield Nursery, 155 Highfield Road, Blackpool, FY4 2HG
• Position: Deputy Nursery Manager
• Employer: MiChild Group
• Salary: £14.50 per hour

"Small Steps. Giant Leaps."

Who Are We?

At MiChild, we are dedicated to being a leading provider of early years education, where passionate and highly trained professionals nurture every child’s full potential. Our ethos is rooted in compassion, excellence, and ambition—values that inspire everything we do.

About MiChild at Highfield Nursery

Highfield Nursery, proudly rated “Good” by Ofsted has a capacity of 51 children and has been part of the MiChild Family since 2020, Situated within Blackpool, close by to Blackpool Airport. We have 4 playrooms with a sensory room within our Preschool unit,. We are proud of our outdoor areas and have separate baby garden and preschool garden, this offers our children and staff boundless learning opportunities to engage in outdoor learning activities where we can become immersed in imaginative play outdoors.

• Road side parking available
• 10 minute drive from Blackpool Town Centre.
• Situated on familiar bus routes, which stop outside the setting
• South Shore Train Station within walking distance

MiChild Benefits

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Potential flexible working- option to choose 4-5 working days per week for work-life balance
• 80% childcare discount (from day one) and 10% referral discount for friends and families
• Wellbeing drop-in sessions and counselling service
• Team Building & Annual Employee awards ceremony for all staff
• Wellness Events/Days
• Attendance Incentives- Vouchers/ Gift Cards
• Exclusive access to MiChild Learning hub and Mi-Learning Lounge for continuous learning and development.
• Up to 33 days annual leave (including a special birthday off and Christmas week closure)
• Celebration of Anniversaries
• Paid uniform and staff meals provided

What We’re Looking For:

• Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised)*
• Previous experience in a similar position
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and child development
• Robust safeguarding knowledge and awareness
• Passionate about inspiring little minds and providing the best possible care and education
• Confident communicator who easily builds relationships with children, parents and the team

**Please note this is a full time role for 40 hours per week**

Shift Patterns

This role operates on a rotating weekly shift schedule to ensure coverage and flexibility.

• Early Shift: 7.30am -4.30pm
• Middle Shifts: 8.00am- 5.00pm or 8.30am- 5.30pm
• Late Shift: 9.00am-6.00pm

*If you're not yet Level 3 qualified, we may have alternative roles to support your development. Visit our Careers Page to explore current opportunities

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Safeguarding & Compliance

MiChild is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to:

• Enhanced DBS check
• Satisfactory employment references
• Proof of Right to Work in the UK (MiChild is currently unable to offer VISA sponsorship)
• Verification of relevant qualifications

Equality & Inclusion

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We celebrate diversity and strive to create an inclusive environment for all our children and staff—regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, or sexual orientation.

Ready to Make a Difference and join the MiChild Family?

Be part of a supportive, award-winning nursery group where your passion and professionalism are recognised, developed, and celebrated.