Room Manager - Heathside Nursery

Michild-Group-3; Runcorn; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on quals and

80% childcare discount (from day one)

Wellbeing drop-in sessions

Team Building & Annual Employee awards

Wellness Events/Days

Attendance Incentives

MiChild Learning hub access

Paid uniform and staff meals

Job summary

MiChild Heathside Nursery in Runcorn is seeking a Room Leader/Room Manager to start January 2027. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week, with a salary of £13.50 per hour.

You will contribute to a high-quality early years setting and support children in a stimulating environment. Candidates should hold Level 3 Early Years qualifications, have EYFS safeguarding knowledge, and demonstrate flexibility and reliability.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualified (applicable to UK requirements)
• Previous experience in a similar position
• To have a robust understanding of EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and safeguarding within early years
• To be flexible and reliable, passionate about providing excellent levels of education and care
• Commitment to promoting a fun, high quality environment for all children in our care, enjoy inspiring little minds
• Ability to prioritise the safeguarding of all children, staff and families that have access to the setting
• To fully understand and promote the company’s Ethos and Core Values.

Skills

EYFS knowledge

Safeguarding understanding

Flexible and reliable

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualified (UK)

Job description

• Location: Heathside Nursery,Heath Road S, Weston, Runcorn, WA7 4QR
• Position: Room Leader | Room Manager | January 2027 start
• Employer: MiChild Group
• Salary: £13.50 per hour

"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 Heathside Nursery

Heathside Nursery is proudly rated good by Ofsted, has a capacity of 43 children and has been part of the Mi Child family since 2020.

We are in Runcorn WA7, near the Heath office’s and local to Heath Park. We are also local to several commuting routes such as the shopping city, and Runcorn old town,10mins walk to Runcorn train station and local to many more local locations.

Our Setting has had a full refurbishment, and recently our baby garden has had a full re-design. We are lucky enough to have two very large outdoor spaces, offering our children and staff countless opportunities to engage in outdoor activities in natural environments in the great outdoors. We have on site parking facilities.

MiChild Benefits:

• 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 & Annual Employee awards ceremony for all staff
  
• Wellness Events/Days and anniversary celebrations
  
• Attendance Incentives- Vouchers/ Gift Cards
• Exclusive access to MiChild Learning hub and Mi-Learning Lounge for continuous learning and development.
• Paid uniform and staff meals provided

What We’re Looking For:

• Level 3 Early Years qualified (applicable to UK requirements)
• Previous experience in a similar position
• To have a robust understanding of EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) and safeguarding within early years
• To be flexible and reliable, passionate about providing excellent levels of education and care
• Commitment to promoting a fun, high quality environment for all children in our care, enjoy inspiring little minds
• Ability to prioritise the safeguarding of all children, staff and families that have access to the setting
• To fully understand and promote the company’s Ethos and Core Values.

This is a full time position, 40 hours per week based on the settings shift patterns between the hours or 7.30am and 6pm.

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.