Nursery Lead Practitioner

Thrive Childcare; Chester; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Extra leave

Christmas vouchers

Outdoor jacket

Childcare discounts

Shopping discounts

Discounts (high street & gym)

Counselling sessions

Long service awards

Cash rewards

Career progression

DBS paid

Job summary

Thrive Childcare in Chester is seeking a Lead Practitioner for the Toddler Room. You will create a fun, nurturing environment for 2-3-year-olds and lead a team to deliver high-quality care and early years education.

You will support toddlers' language, social and physical development, build strong relationships with parents, and help children reach key milestones. This role offers competitive hourly pay and a range of staff benefits.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Early Years qualification or above as required by government guidelines.
• Experience with children aged 2-3 years is essential.
• Ability to lead, motivate and support a team of practitioners.
• Strong communication with parents and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of practitioners to deliver high-quality care and early years education.
• Create a fun, stimulating, and nurturing toddler environment to support development and milestones.
• Communicate regularly with parents with progress updates and build positive relationships.
• Plan and implement play-based, child-led activities to support language, social, and physical development.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Observation and assessment

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

Job description

Nursery Lead Practitioner - Toddler Room

Required at:

Thrive Cotton Lane!

£14.50 Per Hour | 40 Hours Per Week

At Thrive, we always put our children first, but we look after you too! As a Lead Practitioner, you play an important role in shaping little lives, supporting their development and creating experiences that help them grow. We know how important you are, and we want you to feel valued every day.

We offer:

• Earn an Extra £400 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&Cs Apply)

• Mintago Shopping Discounts

• High Street and Gym Membership Discounts

• Free Face-to-Face Counselling Sessions

• Long Service Awards

• Monthly Colleague Spotlight Rewards - Cash Incentive

• Personal Progression and Career Opportunities

• DBS Registration Paid for on Behalf of Thrive!

Plus many more amazing benefits!

About The Role:

As Lead Practitioner within our Toddler Room, you will play a key role in creating a fun, stimulating and nurturing environment where our toddlers feel safe, confident and encouraged to explore the world around them.

You will lead and support a team of practitioners, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care and early years education while providing exciting opportunities for children to learn through play, develop their independence and reach important developmental milestones.

You will have a good understanding of the unique needs of toddlers, supporting their communication and language development, social skills, physical development and growing curiosity.

Working closely with parents and colleagues, you will build positive relationships, provide regular updates on children's progress and help create an environment where every child feels valued, supported and able to thrive.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Early Years Practitioner who is passionate about toddler development and ready to take the next step in your career.

Essential Criteria:

You will need to hold a Level 3 Early Years qualification or above, in line with government guidelines.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children aged 2-3 years.

• Has a genuine passion for supporting toddler development and early learning.

• Can lead, motivate and support a team of practitioners.

• Understands the importance of learning through play and child-led activities.

• Can create a safe, stimulating and welcoming environment.

• Has excellent communication skills and can build positive relationships with parents and colleagues.

• Is enthusiastic, reliable and committed to delivering outstanding childcare and education.

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, passionate about developing our people and recognise individual potential through progression and 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