Nursery Nurse

MIChild Group; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early years education provider in Greater Manchester seeks passionate Early Years professionals to nurture children's potential. Candidates must hold a Level 3 qualification and demonstrate strong safeguarding knowledge. The role includes shaping educational experiences and continuous professional development. Join a supportive team focused on excellence and child welfare, alongside competitive salary and generous benefits—for every child's future to thrive.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience

80% childcare discount

Wellbeing services

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Annual employee awards ceremony

Qualifications

• Hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised).
• Demonstrates a robust safeguarding knowledge and awareness.
• Has a detailed understanding of the requirements set by Ofsted.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and development effectively.
• Create a nurturing and engaging environment for children.

Skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Understanding of EYFS

Experience with children and families

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Qualifications

• Hold a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised)
• Demonstrates a 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.

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 Teddies Day Nursery

Teddies Day Nursery, proudly rated "Good" by Ofsted, has a capacity of 56 children and has been part of the MiChild family since March 2020. Nestled within the Royal Oldham Hospital grounds, we serve both NHS and local families with dedication and warmth. Our nursery boasts four spacious, light‑filled playrooms and a large enclosed outdoor area that inspires imaginative exploration, independence, and safe risk‑taking. We champion the belief that there's no such thing as bad weather-only unsuitable clothing!

Location

• 5 minutes from central Oldham
• 15‑minute walk from Oldham Bus Station
• On‑site staff parking and nearby public paid parking available

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• 80% childcare discount (from day one) and 10% referral discount for friends and families
• Wellbeing drop‑in sessions and counselling service
• Team building events
• Wellness events/days
• Extensive training and CPD opportunities: e‑learning, apprenticeships, F2F training and in‑house training rooms across 2 MiChild settings
• Enhanced holiday entitlement, increasing with length of service
• Annual employee awards ceremony for all staff
• Celebration of anniversaries and birthdays
• Paid compassionate leave (up to 3 days)

Christmas Week off- Nurseries Closed, 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.