Deputy Nursery Manager- Little Angels… at MiChild Group · Blackpool

• Location: 1-5 Fredora Avenue, Marton Bank, Blackpool, FY3 9NL
• Position: Deputy Nursery Manager
• Employer: MiChild Group
• Salary: From £30,000 per annum
• Additional: £500 vouchers after probation

"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 Little Angels Nursery

Little Angels Nursery, proudly rated as “Good” by Ofsted, and has been part of the MiChild Family since 2020. We are located in Blackpool, near Stanley School and Stanley Park.

Our nursery features two key rooms an under twos unit, and our two to four years unit. There are so many benefits of our over 2 unit and our younger children benefit from the learning opportunities they encounter with their older peers and has helped to progress the children’s social and communication development. Our older children in the unit have also become more independent, preparing them for their next transition in life; such as transitioning to Primary School.

Little Angels Nursery is conveniently situated off Preston New Road. Within a short distance, you can easily access Morrisons daily shop, as well as some many outlets including a McDonalds, KFC and Subway.

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
• £500 Love to Shop vouchers following successful completion of probation period
• 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
• Has experience leading a team and driving high standards
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build robust relationships with parents and the nursery team
• Experience in supporting the Nursery Manager

**Please note this 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

• 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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