Early Years Practitioner (Supply)

Thrive Childcare; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Fully funded training and development

Career progression opportunities

Welcoming, supportive team

Outdoor learning / nature-based

Job summary

Thrive Teviot House Nursery in Edinburgh is seeking an Early Years Practitioner on a flexible, zero-hour contract. You will work with children aged 3 months to 5 years, providing safe, engaging learning experiences and supporting daily routines.

Qualified or unqualified applicants are welcome; Thrive offers funded training and DBS checks; training and career progression opportunities and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Provide safe, engaging learning experiences for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
• Support 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 youngchildren

Teamwork

Reliability

Education

Early Years qualification (desirable)

Job description

Early Years Practitioner Supply

Thrive Teviot House Nursery!

£12.80 - £13.85/Hr depending upon whether qualified or unqualified practitioner.

Zero Hour Contract – Flexible Hours

About Us

Thrive Teviot House Nursery is a well-established and trusted nursery located in the Merchiston area of Edinburgh. With excellent public transport links to the city centre, it’s ideal for commuters.

Our home-from-home setting features large, bright, and spacious rooms where children can explore, play, and learn. You’ll be part of a highly skilled and passionate team who are committed to providing exceptional care and inspiring early education.

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.

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