Nursery Manager - Stepping Stones Nursery

Michild-Group-3; Hazel Grove; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Joining bonus

80% childcare discount from day one

Wellbeing counselling services

Team building & annual awards

Wellness events

Attendance vouchers

MiChild Learning hub access

Up to 33 days annual leave

Uniform provided and staff meals

Job summary

MiChild Group’s Stepping Stones Nursery in Hazel Grove is seeking a Nursery Manager to lead daily operations, staff, and child welfare. The role requires a hands-on leader with strong communication skills to ensure high-quality EYFS delivery and a safe, inclusive environment.

The successful candidate will be part of a growing MiChild Group, building on a Good Ofsted rating and a refurbished setting with a focus on staff development, training, and excellent family experiences.

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification and solid understanding of EYFS.
• At least 2 years experience in nursery management.
• Ability to lead by example and mentor your team.
• Knowledge of health and safety and safer food handling guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Customer focus

IT literacy

Team mentoring

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Tools

Nursery management software

Job description

• Location: 168 Bramhall Moor Lane, Stockport SK7 5BA
• Position: Nursery Manager
• Employer: MiChild Group
• Salary: £45000.00 p/a
• Joining Bonus: £2000

'Small Steps. Giant Leaps.'

Who Are We?

At MiChild, we are dedicated to being a leading provider of early years education (EYFS), 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 Stepping Stones Nursery

Stepping Stones Nursery, proudly rated as “Good” by Ofsted, has a capacity of 57 children and has been part of the MiChild Family since 2020. Located in Hazel Grove, near Stepping Hill Hospital, our nursery serves both public and hospital staff families.

We have recently completed a full refurbishment, and soon we will include a hub for staff training and development across the MiChild Group. Our nursery features three newly refurbished large playrooms and an expansive garden area, accessible from all three rooms. This outdoor space offers our children and staff countless opportunities for engaging in outdoor learning activities, allowing us to immerse ourselves in imaginative play—like baking a cake in the mud kitchen or exploring our five senses through full-body sensory play.

Conveniently situated off Bramhall Moor Lane, we are just a 15-minute drive from Stockport Town Centre. For those using public transport, we are on multiple bus routes, with one route dropping you off within a 10-minute walk of the nursery. If you're traveling by train, Woodsmoor station is also within walking distance. Additionally, we have car parking facilities available for drivers.

During breaks, you may want to take a walk. Within a short distance, you can easily access three different gyms and shops, including SPAR and Morrisons.

MiChild Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Joining bonuses for a variety of roles (T&Cs apply)
• 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:

• Minimums Level 3 Early Years qualification and solid understanding of EYFS
• At least 2 years experience in nursery management
• Able to demonstrate competence in meeting the developmental and emotional needs of the children
• Hands on approach in the management of the setting including the ability to lead by example
• Strong customer focus and excellent interpersonal skills which exceed company and parent expectations
• Ability to work on own initiative, self disciplined and self motivated
• Ability to guide, support and mentor your team, with a keen eye for identifying development areas or further training requirements
• Knowledge of health and safety and safer food better business guidelines
• An aptitude for IT and systems and an organised approach to administration
• Strong skills in literacy and numeracy

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.

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