Early Years Practitioner Level 2 and Level 3 qualified

Required at:

Holyrood Swinton!

£13.45ph level 2 and £13.75ph for level 3 qualified

At Thrive, we don’t just provide childcare – we shape futures. Every day, our Early Years Practitioners inspire, nurture, and guide children to explore, play, and grow in a safe, welcoming environment. To us, you’re a hero, and we make sure you feel like one too!

We’re looking for enthusiastic and committed Early Years Practitioners to join our friendly, dedicated team at Swinton, a well-loved, trusted nursery set in a beautiful rural farm location between Nantwich and Crewe.

Why Thrive?

We invest in our people because great childcare starts with happy, supported staff. At Thrive, you’ll enjoy:

Earn an extra £400 per month through referrals
Birthday & Wellbeing Day Off – an extra 2 days paid leave!
Christmas week closure and festive shopping vouchers
Company-supplied branded outdoor jackets
Up to 85% off childcare discounts (T&Cs apply)
Cashback on dental & health treatments through cash health plans
High street & gym membership discounts
Free face-to-face counselling sessions
Long service awards and monthly colleague spotlight rewards
Personal progression & career development opportunities
DBS registration paid for on behalf of Thrive

Plus many more amazing benefits!

About the Role

As an Early Years Practitioner, you’ll:

Plan and deliver fun, engaging activities tailored to each child’s development
Build meaningful relationships with children, families, and colleagues
Ensure the health, safety, and wellbeing of every child in your care
Collaborate with your team to provide a nurturing, inspiring environment
Engage in ongoing professional development to grow your career

We value creativity, dedication, and a genuine love for working with children. If you thrive in a supportive, team-oriented environment, you’ll fit right in!

Essential Criteria

Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 2 opportunities also available)
Passion for supporting the growth, learning, and wellbeing of children
Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills
Commitment to safeguarding and inclusion