Early Years Practitioner

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Early Years Practitioner

Corner House Wistaston!

40 Hours Per Week

£12.90 to £13.20 Per Hour

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 Corner House Wistaston, a well-loved, trusted nursery set in a beautiful rural farm location between Nantwich and Crewe.

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

• Earn an extra £200 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!

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!

• 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

Corner House Wistaston is a well-established and trusted nursery located in a charming rural area close to Willaston, with bright, airy rooms, fantastic outdoor spaces for all ages, and spacious on-site parking. Known for delivering high-quality childcare, our nursery provides a warm, enriching environment where children feel valued, supported, and inspired every day.

As a practitioner, you’ll be joining a dedicated, long-standing team who work together to ensure every child has the best possible start.

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