Early Years Practitioner Supply - Cheshire

Thrive Childcare and Education; Chester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours around your lifestyle

Fully funded training and development

Career progression within Thrive

Welcoming, supportive team environment

Outdoor and nature-based learning

Job summary

Thrive Childcare and Education is seeking an Early Years Practitioner Supply in Chester, Cheshire. You will join Thrive Cotton Lane, a nursery that values outdoor learning and a nature-based approach while delivering high-quality care for children from 3 months to 5 years.

The role offers flexible hours, zero-hour contracts, and funded training to help you grow in your Early Years journey within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Education

Early Years qualification (desirable)

Job description

Early Years Practitioner Supply - Cheshire

2026-10-16T00:00:00

Chester

Cheshire

GB

CH1 1

Any

Thrive Childcare and Education

2026-11-14T10:11:17.77

Early Years Practitioner Supply - Chester, Cheshire, United Kingdom

Early Years Practitioner Supply

Thrive Cotton Lane

Rate of Pay 13.85ph (qualified)

Zero Hour Contract Flexible Hours

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.

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 every time | Deliver every day with passion | Be a positive role model | Teamwork