Relief Educator- Sunbeams Nursery

MIChild Group; Atherton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading nursery provider in Atherton is seeking a passionate Relief Educator. You will support nursery staff in creating a nurturing environment for children while ensuring their safety and wellbeing. Ideal candidates will be adaptable, reliable, and committed to promoting a fun atmosphere. The role offers competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount and wellness events, making it a rewarding position in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on qualifications

80% childcare discount

Wellbeing drop-in sessions

Team Building events

Up to 33 days annual leave

Paid uniform and staff meals

Qualifications

• Must be passionate about working with children.
• Commitment to creating a fun, high-quality environment.
• Willingness to understand and promote the company's ethos.

Responsibilities

• Support nursery rooms during designated hours.
• Ensure children are clean, loved, and happy.
• Promote pleasant social interactions during mealtimes.

Skills

Passion for early years education

Ability to prioritize safeguarding

Adaptability

Teamwork

Flexible and reliable

Job description

• Location: 23 Bolton Old Road, Atherton, M46 9DF
• Position: Relief Educator (15 hours)
• Employer: MiChild Group
• Salary: From £12.25/ph

"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 Sunbeams Nursery

Sunbeams Nursery is a warm and welcoming nursery in Atherton. We are proud to be rated “Good” by Ofsted and care for up to 68 children as part of the MiChild family.

Our nursery has been newly refurbished within the last year. We have three bright play spaces for children aged 0–2, 2–3 and 3–4 years. We also have a sensory exploration room where children can explore, relax and learn in a calm environment.

We have two lovely outdoor garden areas at the back of the nursery. One garden opens directly from the baby room. Our outdoor spaces are used daily for activities such as outdoor yoga, games and imaginative play.

At Sunbeams, we value teamwork and reflective practice. We support each other to learn, grow and develop our skills. As part of MiChild, staff wellbeing and appreciation are important to us, and we enjoy recognising and celebrating our team.

We are conveniently located on Bolton Old Road, just a five‑minute walk from the local high street with shops and places to eat. Atherton train station is a ten‑minute walk away, and there are several local bus routes nearby, making it easy to travel to work by public transport.

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

• This role is to support within the nursery rooms between the hours of 11am to 2pm, Monday to Friday
• Must be passionate
• An educator to have a can‑do attitude and be adaptable to the needs of the nursery and company.
• To be flexible and reliable
• Commitment to promoting a fun, high quality environment for all children in our care.
• Ability to prioritise the safeguarding of all children, staff and families that have access to the setting.
• Ensure all children are clean, loved and happy at all times.
• To ensure mealtimes are a time of pleasant social sharing.
• To fully understand and promote the company’s Ethos and Core Values.

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.

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