Room Manager - Meadow Nursery

MIChild Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

80% childcare discount

Wellbeing sessions

Annual employee awards

Up to 33 days annual leave

Uniform provided

Staff meals

Job summary

MiChild Group Meadow Nursery in Blackpool, Lancashire is seeking a Room Leader / Room Manager to lead a busy early years room. You will work with a team to deliver high standards of care and development in line with EYFS.

The role requires a full Level 3 Early Years qualification, safeguarding knowledge, and proven Room Leader experience. The position offers a competitive salary from £13.50 per hour, rotating shifts, and access to MiChild benefits and training.

Qualifications

• Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification.
• Strong understanding of EYFS and child development.
• Demonstrates safeguarding knowledge and awareness.

Responsibilities

• Lead a room within Meadow Nursery to deliver high standards of care and development.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure a safe, inclusive learning environment.
• Support the daily operations and shift coverage as required.

Skills

Room Leader experience

Communication

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

• Location: The Bungalow, Old Meadows Lane off Whitegate Drive, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY3 9HH
• Position: Room Leader / Room Manager
• Employer: MiChild Group
• Salary: From £13.50/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 Meadow Nursery

Meadow Nursery is a vibrant, nurturing setting based on the outskirts of Blackpool town centre on Whitegate drive. With excellent public transport links and free onsite parking, we’re easy to get to whether you drive or take public transport.

Our setting includes four well-equipped rooms, each tailored to a specific age group and led by a team trained specifically for that developmental stage, we support our team to feel confident within the age group they work with and support training needs. We also have a spacious outdoor garden spaces that are thoughtfully separated to suit different age groups, ensuring safe and enriching outdoor play for all. Our building has a total of 3 garden spaces. We’re especially proud of our dedicated preschool room, where children prepare for their school transition together in a supportive, structured environment.

Our focus on teamwork and quality care makes us a trusted choice for families — and a fantastic place to work. Each year we are invited to the MiChild awards evening held by our actively involved CEO and COO. At our recent awards night, team meadow were celebrated as winners of ‘Team of the year’. A testament to the dedication, passion and teamwork that drives everything we do and that you can be apart of. Our local area is great for anyone new to the area or living near by, we are situated next to Whitegate drive health centre and very centrally located on the outskirts of Blackpool town centre. All local shops are in walking distance and easily accessible to drive to. We have a local subway, Greggs and Tesco within a short distance.

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
• 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

• Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification (UK recognised)*
• Has a strong understanding of the EYFS and child development
• Demonstrates robust safeguarding knowledge and awareness
• Previous Room Leader experience essential
• Excellent communicator who comfortably builds relationships with children, parents and the team

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

Middle Shifts: 8.00am -5.00pm or 8.30am to 5.30pm

Late Shift: 9.30am-6.00pm

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

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.

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