Level 3 Nursery Nurse- Meadow Nursery

MIChild Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nursery group in Blackpool is seeking a passionate Level 3 qualified Nursery Nurse to nurture young children's development. You'll be part of a dedicated team in a vibrant, supportive environment, offering excellent training and career progression. Join us if you are committed to delivering outstanding care and education for children at our award-winning nursery.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

50% childcare discount

Mental health support

Extensive training opportunities

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Annual awards ceremony

Free meals (Breakfast & Lunch)

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 qualification required.
• Demonstrates robust safeguarding knowledge.
• Detailed understanding of Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Care for and educate young children in a nursery setting.
• Support children's development and learning.
• Work collaboratively within a team.

Skills

Robust safeguarding knowledge

Understanding of EYFS requirements

Experience working with children

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Location: The Bungalow, Old Meadows Lane off Whitegate Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 9HH
Position: Level 3 Nursery Nurse
Employer: MiChild Group

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.

Why Join MiChild?

• We are passionate about Early Years. We deeply respect and value our early years professionals for the remarkable work they do every day. This is more than a job—it’s a meaningful career that shapes the future.
• We strive for Outstanding. Our goal is to deliver excellence daily—not just on inspection days. We invest in our teams, training, environments, and resources to empower our practitioners and deliver exceptional outcomes.
• We are a family. Our team is made up of dedicated, talented, and caring individuals who share a common purpose. Together, we support each other and celebrate our collective successes.
• We grow talent. We provide ongoing professional development through accredited training, access to online learning platforms, and clear career progression pathways. We recognise potential and actively nurture it.
• We are proud to be recognised. Since our launch in 2019, we have been ranked among the UK’s Top 20 Large Nursery Groups for four consecutive years—an achievement driven by parent reviews and sector-wide recognition.

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the MiChild group. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and passionate Level 3 qualified Nursery Practitioner to join our team at our Meadow Nursery in Blackpool.

If you are highly motivated, flexible, experienced in working in Early Years and you have a genuine interest in working with children, then this is the role for you.

About Meadow Nursery

Meadow Nursery is a vibrant, nurturing setting based on the outskirts of Blackpool town centre on Whitegate drive. With excellent public transport links and free onsite parking, we’re easy to get to whether you drive or take public transport.

Our setting includes four well‑equipped rooms, each tailored to a specific age group. Each room is led by a team trained specifically for that developmental stage. We support our team to feel confident within the age group they work with and support training needs. We also have a spacious outdoor garden space that is thoughtfully separated to suit different age groups, ensuring safe and enriching outdoor play for all. Our building has a total of three garden spaces.

We’re especially proud of our dedicated preschool room, where children prepare for their school transition together in a supportive, structured environment.

Our focus on teamwork and quality care makes us a trusted choice for families—and a fantastic place to work. Each year we are invited to the MiChild awards evening held by our CEO and COO. At our recent awards night, the Meadow team were celebrated as winners of ‘Team of the year’. A testament to the dedication, passion and teamwork that drives everything we do and that you can be a part of.

Local area: Our local area is great for anyone new to the area or living nearby, we are situated next to Whitegate Drive Health Centre and very centrally located on the outskirts of Blackpool town centre. All local shops are within walking distance and easily accessible by drive. We have a local subway, Greggs and Tesco within a short distance.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• 50% childcare discount (from day one) and 10% referral discount for friends and families
• Mental Health First Aiders, and Wellbeing Champions
• Extensive training and CPD opportunities: e‑learning, apprenticeships, F2F training
• Enhanced holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service
• Annual Employee awards ceremony for all staff
• Free meals – Breakfast & Lunch

What We’re Looking For

• Hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised)
• Demonstrates robust safeguarding knowledge and awareness
• Has a detailed understanding of the requirements set by Ofsted
• Excellent knowledge of the EYFS and experience of working with children and families

*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.

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?

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

👉 Apply Now and help us shape the future—one small step at a time.

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