Early Years Practitioner Supply

Thrive Childcare and Education; Chester; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Fully funded training

Career progression opportunities

Outdoor learning environment

Job summary

Thrive Cotton Lane nursery is seeking an Early Years team member on a zero-hour contract with flexible hours. You’ll provide safe, engaging learning experiences for children aged 3 months to 5 years and support daily routines with a welcoming, supportive team.

No formal qualification is required, though an Early Years qualification is desirable. Enhanced DBS checks are in place, and Thrive offers funded training, career progression, and a nature-based learning environment.

Qualifications

• Provide safe, engaging 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 health, safety and wellbeing of all children.

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 working with children

Teamwork

Reliability

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Early Years qualification (desirable)

Job description

About Us

At 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. With our Forest School and beautiful outdoor spaces, we provide engaging opportunities for hands‑on learning in every area of the curriculum. As an Early Years Supply, you’ll be spending time with our wonderful children, exploring the outdoors, and supporting their development in a safe, welcoming, and well‑resourced environment. You’ll join a passionate, highly skilled team committed to delivering exceptional care and memorable learning experiences every day. Whether you’re qualified, unqualified, returning to childcare after a break, or exploring a new career, we’d love to hear from you! We’ll provide all the training and support you need to grow in your Early Years journey.

Rate of Pay £13.85ph (qualified)

Zero Hour Contract - Flexible Hours

Why Join Us?

• Flexible hours that fit around your lifestyle
• Fully funded training and development opportunities
• Opportunities for career progression within Thrive
• A welcoming, supportive team environment
• Work in a nursery that celebrates outdoor learning and a nature-based approach

What You’ll Do

• 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

What We’re Looking For

• Passion for working with young children and supporting their development
• Teamwork and reliability
• Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of children

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