Nursery Practitioner - Supply

Thrive Childcare; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Fully funded training

Career progression

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Thrive Childcare is seeking an Early Years Practitioner Supply to support Salford nurseries across Holyrood Salford, Holyrood Salford Royal and Media City. This flexible, zero-hour role offers on-the-job training and funded development opportunities in a nature-based setting.

You will provide safe, engaging experiences for children aged 3 months to 5 years and cover daily routines with the team while building strong relationships with parents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Passion for working with young children and supporting their development.
• Teamwork and reliability are essential.
• 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

Passion for children

Teamwork

Education

Early Years qualification (desirable)

Job description

Early Years Practitioner Supply

Holyrood Salford, Holyrood Salford Royal and Media City, Nature Kindergarten Nursery | £13.45ph (qualified)
Zero Hour Contract - Flexible Hours

About Us

At Thrive Childcare and Education, children come first every time - and we know that begins with our incredible team.

Our Salford Nurseriesare beautifully designed, purpose-built settings located near Sslford Royal Hospital and Media City. With easy access to the M60 and great public transport links, we provide a warm, homely, and inspiring environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Whether you're qualified, unqualified, returning to childcare after a break, or looking for a new career, we'd love to hear from you! We'll support you with flexible hours, on-the-job experience, and fully funded training to help you grow your career in Early Years.

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