Early Years Educator- Teddies Day Nursery

• Location: Teddies Day Nursery, Royal Oldham Hospital Grounds
• Position: Early Years Educator (30 hours)
• Employer: MiChild Group
• Salary: From £12.60/ph

"Small Steps. Giant Leaps."

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.

Teddies Day Nursery, proudly rated “Good” by Ofsted, has a capacity of 56 children and has been part of the MiChild family since March 2020. Nestled within the Royal Oldham Hospital grounds, we serve both NHS and local families with dedication and warmth. Our nursery boasts four spacious, light‑filled playrooms and a large enclosed outdoor area that inspires imaginative exploration, independence, and safe risk‑taking.

We champion the belief that there’s no such thing as bad weather—only unsuitable clothing!

• 5 minutes from central Oldham
• 15-minute walk from Oldham Bus Station
• On-site staff parking and nearby public paid parking available

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Joining bonuses for a variety of roles (T&Cs apply)
• 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
• 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

• 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

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.

• 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

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.

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.