Early Years Apprentice - The Village Nursery

MIChild Group; Oldham; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working

Childcare discount

Wellbeing sessions

Team awards

Wellness events

Attendance incentives

Learning hub access

Annual leave

Anniversaries

Staff meals

Job summary

MiChild Group is seeking an Early Years Apprentice at The Village Nursery, Lees, Oldham. You will support early years provision across rooms, assist with daily routines, and help deliver high-quality learning experiences for children aged 0-5.

The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with shifts including early and late slots. A friendly, safety-focused environment with opportunities for learning and development is offered.

Job description

• Location: 9 Albert Street, Lees, Oldham OL4 5DG


• Position: Early Years Apprentice


• Employer: MiChild Group


• Salary: From £8.00 to £13.25 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 The Village Nursery
The Village Nursery is proudly rated as \"Good\" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 51 children and has been part of the MiChild Group since 2020. The nursery is located in the heart of Lees Village, surrounded by local businesses and close by to some of our sister settings.

We have just had a full refurbishment, including decor, furnishings and recourses for our children! Our nursery has 4 playrooms and accessible gardens from the ground floor. Two of our playrooms are for our under 2's unit, host a space rich in sensory based play opportunities and baby trained staff.

Our indoor and outdoor spaces offer countless opportunities for exciting and engaging learning opportunities that best support children through their learning journeys. These spaces are meticulously planned by staff so that children can immerse themselves in learning and develop a thirst for knowledge.

The Village Nursery is situated off Lees Road on Albert Street. We are fortunate to have several local businesses around us that staff can visit on their lunch breaks to grab a fresh coffee or a tasty bite to eat. The Nursery is a 10 minute drive from Oldham Town Centre. We can also be accessed via public transport. Additionally, we have car parking facilities available for drivers.

MiChild Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience


• 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:

• To prioritise the safeguarding of all children, staff and families that have access to the setting.


• To be flexible is supporting children across all nursery rooms - baby, toddler, and preschool.


• To promote a fun, high quality environment for all children in our care.


• Ensure the welfare and learning development requirements of all children are met at all times.


• To confidently and respectfully work in partnership with parents and carers, be a proactive team player and enjoy the nursery environment.


• Undertake a shared responsibility for the health and safety of the nursery.


• Ensure all children are inspired, loved and happy at all times.


• Adhere to all Policies and Procedures set out by the company.


• Be fully aware of all emergency and security procedures relating to the nursery.


• Take pride in the delivery of exciting and age appropriate activities.


• To fully comply with our Confidentiality Policy.


• A key player in ensuring the nursery receives excellent outcomes in internal audits and those of external authorities, such as Ofsted.

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

Shift Patterns:

• Early Shift: 7.30am - 4.00pm


• Late Shift: 9.30am - 6.00pm

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.