Deputy Nursery Manager - Moorevilla Nursery

MIChild Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£500 vouchers after probation

Flexible 4–5 days per week

8% childcare discount

Job summary

MiChild Group is seeking a Deputy Nursery Manager for Moorevilla Nursery in Blackpool. This role requires a full Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised), strong EYFS knowledge, robust safeguarding awareness, and the ability to lead a dedicated team.

The salary is £16 per hour with £500 vouchers after probation. The role supports flexible 4–5 day weeks, with early, mid, and late shifts, and is based at Moorevilla Nursery, a large setting with Ofsted rating and family ethos.

Qualifications

• Full Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised).
• Experience leading as Deputy Nursery Manager or ready to step up.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and child development.
• Demonstrated safeguarding knowledge and awareness.
• Passionate about inclusive learning and ability to inspire staff.
• Able to lead and motivate a team and model best practices.

Skills

Leadership

EYFS knowledge

Child development

Safeguarding

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised)

Job description

• Location: 245 Midgeland Road, Blackpool FY4 5HJ
• Position: Deputy Nursery Manager
• Employer: MiChild Group
• Salary: £16 per hour & £500 vouchers

"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 Moorevilla Nursery

Moorevilla Nursery, proudly rated as “Good” by Ofsted, Ofsted have said that children thrive in a happy and engaging environment. Knowledgeable staff support them as they participate in engaging experiences. Staff follow children's lead, which helps them stay engaged, interactions with children are of a high quality.

Moorevilla Nursery is one of our largest settings and has a capacity of 117 . We have 6 rooms; 3 room dedicated for our youngest learners that are under two, 2 rooms for curious toddlers (2-3 years old) and a large pre-school room. The nursery is located on a beautiful one acre of land and boast 3 large outdoor classrooms specifically individually spaces designed for babies, toddler and pre-school.

Moorevilla has a strong focus on providing a welcoming family vibe and atmosphere, whether this be with new families or our MiChild Team and also has a full refurbished Mi-Learning Lounger which is used to facilitate inhouse and external staff and family training.

MiChild Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• £500 vouchers following successful probation period
• 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:

• A full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised)*
• Experience of leading as a Deputy Nursery Manager or ready to take the next step
• A strong understanding of the EYFS and child development
• Demonstrated and robust safeguarding knowledge and awareness
• Passionate about inclusive learning for all and the ability to inspire little minds
• Ability to lead and motivate your team, model outstanding early years practice

**Please note this role is full time**

Shift Patterns:

• Early Shift: 7.30am -5.00pm
• Middle Shift: 8.30am to 5.30pm
• Late Shift: 9.00am-6.00pm

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

Safeguarding & Compliance

• 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.

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