Lead Practitioner

Thrive Childcare & Education; Crewe; On-site; GBP 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Lead Practitioner for their vibrant nursery in Crewe. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead a team and ensure the delivery of exceptional care and education for young children. With a commitment to outdoor learning and a nurturing environment, you will inspire children aged 0-5 to thrive. The organization values its staff and provides numerous benefits, including additional paid leave, health plans, and career progression opportunities. If you are passionate about early years education and looking for a rewarding position, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Earn An Extra £200 Per Month Through Referrals

Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off

Christmas Week Closure And Vouchers

Company Supplied Outdoor Jackets

Up To 85% Off Childcare Discounts

Cash Health Plans

High Street And Gym Membership Discounts

Free Face To Face Counselling Sessions

Long Service Awards

Monthly Colleague Spotlight Rewards

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified or above in correlation to government guidelines.
• Strong leadership skills and passion for early years education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the nursery and lead a team of practitioners.
• Ensure high-quality care and education for children aged 0-5 years.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Passion for Early Years Education

Nurturing Environment

Education

Level 3 Qualification in Early Years

Job description

Lead Practitioner

Required at:

Crewe Nature Kindergarten!

40 Hours Per Week

£12.80 Per Hour

At Thrive, we always put our children first but we look after you too as a 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:

As a Room Leader based within our Preschool, 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 anybody who is a current Qualified Practitioner, and is looking for their next opportunity in the Early Years industry in our amazing Toddler Room at Lawton Road.

A Little About Us:

Crewe Nature Kindergarten is a well-established and trusted nursery in the beautiful village of Weston, where we have free on site parking at the Nursery. We love to get outside and play with our amazing children at Crewe Nature Kindergarten, where we have an established Forest School which provides opportunities for outdoor learning across all areas of the curriculum. As a Lead Practitioner at Crewe Nature Kindergarten, you will love the outdoors and spending time with our wonderful children rummaging through leaves and finding the hidden gems that nature holds!

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 every time | Deliver every day with passion | Be a positive role model | Teamwork