Early Years Practitioner | Flexible Hours, Funded Training

Thrive Childcare & Education; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Training & development

Career progression

Outdoor learning

Job summary

The Mere Nature Kindergarten in Cheshire is seeking an Early Years Practitioner Supply on a zero-hour contract with flexible hours. You will support children aged 3 months to 5 years indoors and outdoors, providing safe, engaging learning experiences while the team covers shifts.

We welcome both qualified and unqualified applicants; Thrive offers fully funded training, development opportunities, and a collaborative, nature-based environment.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
• Teamwork and reliability are essential.
• Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, engaging, and fun learning experiences for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
• Support the team in daily routines, activities, and holiday cover.
• Build positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of all children.

Skills

Passion for children

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Early Years qualification (desirable)

Job description

The Mere Nature Kindergarten in Cheshire is seeking an Early Years Practitioner Supply on a zero-hour contract with flexible hours. You will support children aged 3 months to 5 years indoors and outdoors, providing safe, engaging learning experiences while the team covers shifts.

We welcome both qualified and unqualified applicants; Thrive offers fully funded training, development opportunities, and a collaborative, nature-based environment.