Senior Lead Practioner

Thrive Childcare; Kirkintilloch; Remote; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Birthday holiday

Christmas week closure

Childcare discounts

Health plan

Gym discounts

Counselling services

Long service awards

Career progression

Regulatory fees paid

Job summary

Thrive Childcare is seeking a Senior Lead Practitioner to support the Nursery Manager and Deputy in Kirkintilloch. The role focuses on supervising staff, ensuring regulatory standards, and delivering high-quality care for children.

You will work as a proactive team member with excellent communication skills and a positive attitude, contributing to a safe, nurturing environment for young learners.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualified or above in Early Years per government guidelines.
• Experience as a Practitioner or Senior Practitioner in Early Years preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in smooth nursery operation.
• Supervise staff and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Maintain high-quality care for children and foster positive parent relationships.
• Be a proactive team player with excellent communication.

Skills

Communication

Team player

Education

Level 3 qualification

Job description

Senior Lead Practitioner

Required at:

Kirkintilloch NK

40 Hours Per Week -Rate £14.20/Hr

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

• Earn An Extra £400 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
• PVG & SSSC Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive!

Plus many more amazing benefits!

About The Role:

The Senior Lead Practitionerplays 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 currentQualified 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