Early Years Practitioner Level 2 or 3

Thrive Childcare and Education; Mere; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus programmes

Birthday & wellbeing day off

Christmas closure with vouchers

Branded outdoor jackets

Childcare discounts up to 85%

Health plan discounts

Gym membership discounts

Counselling services

Long service awards

Career development opportunities

DBS registration paid

Job summary

Thrive is hiring an Early Years Practitioner for The Mere Nature Kindergarten, a trusted nursery. We offer Part Time and Full Time hours with competitive pay from £13.45ph (Level 2) to £13.75ph (Level 3).

Join a friendly, dedicated team focused on nurturing children’s growth in a safe setting. We value flexible, enthusiastic practitioners who plan engaging activities, build strong relationships with families, and commit to safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Excellent teamwork and communication to support young children.
• Committed to safeguarding and wellbeing.
• Ability to plan engaging activities tailored to development.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver age-appropriate activities.
• Foster strong relationships with children and families.
• Ensure health, safety, and wellbeing of every child in your care.
• Collaborate with the team to provide a nurturing environment.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Level 2 opportunities available

Job description

The Mere Nature Kindergarten! Part Time & Full Time Hours Available! From £13.45ph (Level 2) to £13.75ph (level 3) At Thrive, we don’t just provide childcare - we shape futures. Every day, our Early Years Practitioners inspire, nurture, and guide children to explore, play, and grow in a safe, welcoming environment. To us, you’re a hero, and we make sure you feel like one too!

Early Years Practitioner The Mere Nature Kindergarten! Part Time & Full Time Hours Available! From £13.45ph (Level 2) to £13.75ph (level 3) At Thrive, we don’t just provide childcare - we shape futures. Every day, our Early Years Practitioners inspire, nurture, and guide children to explore, play, and grow in a safe, welcoming environment. To us, you’re a hero, and we make sure you feel like one too! We’re looking for enthusiastic and committed Early Years Practitioners to join our friendly, dedicated team at The Mere Nature Kindergarten, a highly trusted and well-established nursery.

Why Thrive?

We invest in our people because great childcare starts with happy, supported staff. At Thrive, you’ll enjoy:

• Earn an extra £200 per month through referrals
• Birthday & Wellbeing Day Off - an extra 2 days paid leave!
• Christmas week closure and festive shopping vouchers
• Company-supplied branded outdoor jackets
• Up to 85% off childcare discounts (T&Cs apply)
• Cashback on dental & health treatments through cash health plans
• High street & gym membership discounts
• Free face‑to‑face counselling sessions
• Long service awards and monthly colleague spotlight rewards
• Personal progression & career development opportunities
• DBS registration paid for on behalf of Thrive

Plus many more amazing benefits!

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 The Mere Nature Kindergarten

The Mere Nature Kindergarten is a trusted and much-loved nursery set on one of Cheshire’s busiest commuter routes, making us perfectly placed for local families and those travelling to Manchester via the A556 or to Warrington via the A50. Our setting is beautifully designed to inspire learning, curiosity, and comfort. We’re proud to hold the Green Flag Eco School Award, and our fantastic Eco Committee helps us grow fruit and vegetables in our allotment while leading initiatives that make our nursery—and the world—greener.

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