Lead Practitoner

Job Title: Lead Practitioner

Location: Happitots Garrowhill

Hours of Work: 40 hours per week

Salary: £12.10 per hour

We put our children first, but we also look after you as a Lead Early Years Practitioner. You are a hero to them, and we want you to feel like one. We offer:

• Earn an extra £200 per month through referrals
• Birthday holiday and wellbeing day off - an additional 2 days 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
• PVG & SSSC registration paid for on behalf of Thrive

Plus many more amazing benefits.

About the Role:

As a Room Leader, you will play a pivotal role within our childcare setting, responsible for overseeing and assisting with the daily operation of the nursery. This role involves leading a team of nursery practitioners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 years. The successful candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for early years education, and a commitment to providing a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Essential Criteria:

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

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 recognising individual 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.

Our Values: Children first every time. Deliver every day with passion. Be a positive role model. Teamwork.