Early Years Practitioner

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Level 3 Early Years Practitioner – Gloucester

Location: Gloucester, Gloucestershire

Pay: Competitive rates of pay

Job Type: Flexible Supply | Short-Term | Long-Term Opportunities

Company: Thrive Education

Are you a Level 3 Early Years Practitioner looking for your next opportunity?

At Thrive Education, we're looking for passionate, reliable and enthusiastic Level 3 Early Years Practitioners to join our growing Early Years team, supporting nurseries and pre-schools across Gloucester and the surrounding areas.

Whether you're looking for flexible supply work to fit around your lifestyle or something more consistent and long-term, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Work with Thrive Education?

We understand that choosing an agency isn't just about finding work. It's about feeling supported, valued and having someone you can rely on.

Here's what you can expect from us:

• Dedicated Early Years support – Work directly with our Early Years Lead, who has over 10 years of experience working with children in educational settings.
• Strong communication – Regular contact, honest feedback and someone who's always happy to help.
• A personal approach – We take the time to understand your experience, preferences and the settings you enjoy.
• Flexible working – Choose the days that suit you, whether that's one day a week or five.
• Competitive rates of pay – Rewarding your qualifications and experience.
• A variety of opportunities – Day-to-day supply, short-term, long-term and potential permanent positions.
• Ongoing support – We're here for you before, during and after your placements.

What We're Looking For

• A recognised Level 3 qualification in Early Years or Childcare.
• Experience working with children aged 0–5 in a nursery, pre-school or Early Years setting.
• A good understanding of the EYFS framework and safeguarding practices.
• A positive, caring and enthusiastic approach to supporting children's development.
• Reliability, professionalism and the ability to adapt to different settings.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to complete the necessary checks.

What Will Your Role Involve?

• Supporting children's learning and development through play and engaging activities.
• Creating a safe, welcoming and nurturing environment.
• Working alongside nursery teams to deliver high-quality Early Years care.
• Following safeguarding procedures and EYFS guidelines.
• Building positive relationships with children, staff and parents.

Additional Benefits of Joining Thrive

• Weekly pay.
• Flexible working to suit your availability.
• Opportunities across Gloucestershire.
• Friendly and approachable recruitment team.
• Long-term career opportunities.
• Candidate referral opportunities.

Ready for a Change?

At Thrive Education, you're not just another name on an availability list. We take the time to get to know you, understand what you're looking for and find opportunities that are right for you.

Whether you're looking for a fresh start, more flexibility or simply an agency that genuinely supports you, we'd love to have a chat!

Safeguarding Statement

Thrive Education Recruitment Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to understand and share this commitment. We have a shared commitment to develop a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated. We welcome all applications, including those from under-represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.