Senior Lead Practitioner

Thrive Childcare; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading childcare provider in the UK is seeking a Senior Lead Practitioner to assist in nursery operations. This role requires a level 3 qualification or above in Early Years education. Responsibilities include supervising staff, maintaining compliance, and ensuring high-quality care for children. The position offers numerous benefits like childcare discounts, paid leave, and opportunities for personal development. If you're passionate about early years education and want to make a difference, apply now!

Benefits

Earn an extra £200 per month through referrals

Birthday holiday and wellbeing day off

Christmas week closure and vouchers

Company branded jackets

Up to 85% off childcare discounts

Cash health plans

Gym membership discounts

Free counselling sessions

Long service awards

Monthly cash incentives

Career progression opportunities

DBS registration paid

Qualifications

• Must be level 3 qualified in line with government guidelines.
• Current Qualified Practitioner looking for advancement in Early Years industry.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in daily operations.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Maintain high-quality care for children and foster relationships with parents.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Positive attitude

Team player

Education

Level 3 qualified or above

Job description

Senior Lead Practitioner

Required at:

Corner House Lawton Road

40 Hours Per Week

From £13.75 - £14.00 Per Hour

At Thrive, we always put our children first but we look after you too as a Senior Lead Practitioner because to our children, you’re a hero and we know that you deserve to feel like one! We offer:

• Earn An Extra £200 Per Month Through Referrals
• Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off - An Additional 2 Days Off Paid Leave!
• Christmas Week Closure And Christmas Shopping Vouchers
• Company Supplied And Branded Outdoor Jackets
• Up To 85% Off Childcare Discounts (T&C Apply)
• Cash Health Plans - Cashback On Dental Treatment & Health Services
• High Street And Gym Membership Discounts
• Free Face To Face Counselling Sessions
• Long Service Awards
• Monthly Colleague Spotlight Rewards - Cash Incentive
• Personal Progression Career Opportunities
• DBS Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive!

Plus many more amazing benefits!

About The Role:

The Third in Charge plays a crucial role in assisting the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in the smooth and efficient operation of the nursery. This position involves supporting the management team in supervising staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining high-quality care for children, and fostering positive relationships with parents and other stakeholders. You will be a team player with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.

Essential Criteria:

As a Senior Lead Practitioner, you will need to be level 3 qualified or above in correlation to the government guidelines. This role is great for anybody who is a current Qualified Practitioner, and is looking for their next opportunity in the Early Years industry.

A Little About Us:

Thrive Childcare and Education provides inspiring Childcare and Education throughout the North West of England and Scotland. Our teams are friendly, fun, and dedicated to making every day special. There really is no better time to join our ambitious team. We’re growing fast and are passionate about developing our people and we recognise individual’s potential through promotion opportunities. With over twenty years of managing award-winning nurseries and our innovative approach to Education, we welcome you to come and join our growing family!

Children first everytime | Deliver everyday with passion | Be a positive role model | Teamwork