Early Years Practitioner - Lunchtime Cover

Thrive Childcare and Education; Warrington; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Birthday & Wellbeing Day Off

Christmas week closure

Company-branded outdoor jackets

Childcare discounts

Health/dental cashback

High street & gym discounts

Counselling sessions

Long service awards

Career development opportunities

DBS registration paid

Job summary

Thrive Childcare and Education is seeking Early Years Practitioners to join Holyrood Day Nursery in Warrington. This part-time role offers 15 hours per week, 11:00am-2:00pm, Monday to Friday, with pay depending on qualification (£12.80 unqualified, £13.25 Level 2, £13.75 Level 3).

You will plan and deliver engaging activities, foster strong relationships with children and families, and ensure safety and wellbeing in a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Passion for supporting the 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

Job description

Rate - £12.80 (unqualified). £13.25 (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!

At Holyrood Day Nursery - Warrington

Rate - £12.80 (unqualified). £13.25 (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?

• 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