Lead Practitioner | Inspire a Thriving Nursery Team

Thrive Childcare and Education; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral scheme

Birthday holiday

Wellbeing day

Outdoor jackets

Childcare discount

Discounts & health plans

Counselling sessions

Long service awards

Salary rewards & recognition

Career progression

DBS paid

Christmas week closure

Job summary

Thrive Childcare and Education is seeking a Lead Practitioner / Room Leader for its nursery at Corner House, Lawton Road, Alsager. The role is Full Time - 40 hours per week with a salary of £14.00 per hour, offering a structured environment and opportunities for career progression.

You will lead a team of nursery practitioners, deliver high-quality childcare in line with EYFS, and build strong relationships with parents while ensuring safeguarding and nursery standards are met.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification required.
• Experience as Lead Practitioner or Room Leader preferred.
• Strong understanding of the EYFS framework.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of nursery practitioners.
• Deliver high-quality childcare and education in line with EYFS.
• Plan activities to support learning, development, and readiness for school.
• Build strong relationships with parents and carers.
• Monitor, observe, and assess children's progress.
• Support safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery compliance.

Skills

Level 3 EYFS

Lead Practitioner

EYFS understanding

Leadership

Communication

Education

Level 3 qualification in Early Years

Tools

Job description

Thrive Childcare and Education is seeking a Lead Practitioner / Room Leader for its nursery at Corner House, Lawton Road, Alsager. The role is Full Time - 40 hours per week with a salary of £14.00 per hour, offering a structured environment and opportunities for career progression.

You will lead a team of nursery practitioners, deliver high-quality childcare in line with EYFS, and build strong relationships with parents while ensuring safeguarding and nursery standards are met.