Deputy Manager - Stepping Stones Nursery

• Location: 168 Bramhall Moor Lane, Stockport SK7 5BA
• Position: Deputy Nursery Manager
• Employer:  MiChild Group
• Salary: From £16.50 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 Stepping Stones Nursery

Stepping Stones Nursery, proudly rated as “Good” by Ofsted, has a capacity of 57 children and has been part of the MiChild Family since 2020. Located in Hazel Grove, near Stepping Hill Hospital, our nursery serves families of both the public and hospital staff.

We have recently completed a full refurbishment, and soon we will include a hub for staff training and development across the MiChild Group. Our nursery features three newly refurbished large playrooms and an expansive garden area, accessible from all three rooms. This outdoor space offers our children and staff countless opportunities for engaging in outdoor learning activities, allowing us to immerse ourselves in imaginative play—like baking a cake in the mud kitchen or exploring our five senses through full-body sensory play.

Conveniently situated off Bramhall Moor Lane, we are just a 15-minute drive from Stockport Town Centre. For those using public transport, we are on multiple bus routes, with one route dropping you off within a 10-minute walk of the nursery. If you're travelling by train, Woodsmoor station is also within walking distance. Additionally, we have car parking facilities available for drivers.

During breaks, you may want to take a walk. Within a short distance, you can easily access three different gyms and shops, including SPAR and Morrisons.

MiChild Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience
• Our supply roles offer casual and flexible working hours to suit your needs
• 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.
• Celebration of Anniversaries
• Paid uniform and staff meals provided

What We're Looking For:

• Experience of prioritising the safeguarding of all children, staff and families that have access to the setting, ensuring the welfare and learning development of all children are of an outstanding quality
• Experienced leader, able to mentor and lead, focused on the training and development of the team within an Early Years setting, working in tandem with the Nursery Manager
• Hold at least a Level 3 Early Years childcare qualification 
• To confidently and respectfully work in partnership with parents and carers, be a proactive team player and enjoy the nursery environment
• Undertake a shared responsibility for the health and safety of the nursery
• A key player in ensuring the nursery receives excellent outcomes in internal audits and those of external authorities, such as Ofsted
• Passionate about early years education (EYFS) and inspiring little minds
• Previous experience as a Deputy Manager in an Early Years setting would be required

Shift Patterns:

• Early Shift: 7.30am -4.00pm

• Late Shift: 9.30am-6.00pm 

*If you're not yet Level 3 Early Years qualified, we may have alternative roles to support your development. Visit our Careers Page to explore current opportunities MiChild | Current Vacancies. (

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 recognized, developed, and celebrated.

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

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