Early Years Practitioner Supply

Thrive Childcare and Education; Shaw; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Fully funded training

Career progression

Supportive team

Outdoor learning environment

Job summary

Thrive Childcare and Education’s Holyrood Shaw Nursery is seeking staff for zero-hour, flexible hours. You’ll provide engaging activities for children from 3 months to 5 years and support daily routines while building strong relationships with families and colleagues.

We value safeguarding, teamwork, and a commitment to training, with fully funded development opportunities and a welcoming, supportive team in a nature-inspired setting.

Qualifications

• Early Years qualification is desirable but not essential.

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

Teamwork

Reliability

Passion for children

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Early Years qualification (desirable)

Job description

Holyrood Shaw Nursery | £13.45ph (qualified)

Zero Hour Contract - Flexible Hours

About Us

At Thrive Childcare and Education, everything we do starts with putting children first — and that begins with our incredible people.

Our Holyrood Shaw Nursery is a stunning, nature-inspired nursery set in a beautiful, detached house surrounded by over an acre of land. With large, airy rooms and endless opportunities for outdoor exploration, we’re proud to provide a truly unique learning environment where children can connect with nature every day.

Whether you’re qualified, unqualified, returning to childcare after a break, or exploring a brand-new career path, 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