Early Years Practitioner

Thrive Childcare and Education; Chester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in Chester is seeking an Early Years Practitioner to create engaging activities tailored to children's development. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 Early Years qualification and a passion for nurturing children's growth in a supportive team environment. Responsibilities include ensuring children's safety, building meaningful relationships with families, and participating in ongoing professional development. Join a trusted nursery offering eco-friendly educational experiences.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting the growth of children.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan fun, engaging activities for child development.
• Build relationships with children and families.
• Ensure the safety and wellbeing of children.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Level 2 Early Years qualification

Job description

About the Role

As an Early Years Practitioner, you’ll:

• Plan and deliver fun, engaging activities tailored to each child’s development
• Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of every child in your care
• Collaborate with your team to provide a nurturing, inspiring environment
• Engage in ongoing professional development to grow your career

We value creativity, dedication, and a genuine love for working with children. If you thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, you’ll fit right in!

Essential Criteria

• Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 2 opportunities also available)
• Passion for supporting the growth, learning, and wellbeing of children
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

About Thrive Cotton Lane

Thrive Cotton Lane, we are a well-established and trusted nursery, offering an award‑winning, eco‑friendly setting where children can learn, explore, and grow. Our setting is deeply rooted in a love for the outdoors, and our established Forest School offers rich, meaningful opportunities for children to explore, learn, and thrive through nature‑based experiences across all areas of the curriculum.

Inclusion & Safeguarding

At Thrive, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for every member of our team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, ages, and experiences. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and regular safeguarding training.

Children first everytime | Deliver everyday with passion | Be a positive role model | Teamwork