Early Years Practitioner - Lunchtime Cover

Thrive Childcare & Education; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Birthday leave

Christmas closure

Outdoor jackets

Childcare discount

Health cashback

Gym membership

Counselling

Long service awards

Career development

DBS paid

Job summary

Thrive Childcare & Education is hiring an Early Years Practitioner for Lunchtime Cover at Holyrood Day Nursery in Dryden Street. The role offers part-time hours (15 hours/week) with a daily 11:00am–2:00pm window and pay rates from £12.80 to £13.75 per hour depending on qualification levels.

This position emphasizes safeguarding, teamwork and developing children in a warm, supportive team. Thrive highlights extensive staff benefits and career development opportunities, plus DBS checks funded by

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting growth, learning and wellbeing of children.
• Strong teamwork, communication and organisational skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organisational skills

Safeguarding

Job description

Early Years Practitioner - Lunchtime Cover

At Holyrood Day Nursery Dryden Street

Rate - £12.80 (unqualified). £13.45 (Level 2) or £13.75 (Level 3)

Part Time - Monday to Friday (15 hours per week / 11:00am - 2:00pm)

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!

Why Thrive?

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

• Earn an extra £400 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

• 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

If you're enthusiastic, caring, and thrive in a supportive, team-focused environment, this role is perfect for you!

Essential Criteria

• Passion for supporting the growth, learning, and wellbeing of children
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion

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