Nursery Room Manager - The Village Nursery

Michild Group; Aberdare; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible working—4–5 days per week

80% childcare discount (from day one)

Wellbeing support & counselling

Team Building & Annual awards

Up to 33 days annual leave

Uniform provided

Staff meals provided

Job summary

MiChild Group is seeking a Nursery Room Manager for The Village Nursery in Lees, Oldham. The role focuses on leading the room, ensuring high-quality early years education, safeguarding, and implementing EYFS guidelines with a supportive team.

The position is full-time (40 hours per week) with rotating early/late shifts, and a competitive salary based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include a generous annual leave and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• Full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised).
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and child development.
• Robust safeguarding knowledge and awareness.
• Experience leading a team/room.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Team leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised)

Job description

• Location: 9 Albert Street, Lees, Oldham OL4 5DG
• Position: Nursery Room Manager
• 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.

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 resources 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
• 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)*
• Strong understanding of the EYFS and child development
• Demonstrates robust safeguarding knowledge and awareness
• Previous experiences of leading a team/room

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

Shift Patterns:

This role operates on a rotating weekly shift schedule to ensure coverage and flexibility. You will alternate between early and late shifts on a week-by-week basis.

• Early Shift: 7.30am -4.00pm

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 MiChild | Careers

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.