Senior Lead Practitioner

Thrive Childcare & Education; Falkirk; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading childcare provider as a Senior Lead Practitioner at Happitots Erskine. This role involves assisting management, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality care for children. Thrive Childcare & Education values team players with excellent communication skills and offers numerous benefits, including childcare discounts and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Earn An Extra £200 Per Month Through Referrals

Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off

Christmas Week Closure And Christmas Shopping Vouchers

Company Supplied And Branded 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

Personal Progression Career Opportunities

PVG & SSSC Registration Paid For

Qualifications

• Assist the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in nursery operations.
• Supervise staff and ensure compliance with standards.

Responsibilities

• Support management in maintaining high-quality care for children.
• Foster positive relationships with parents and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Level 3 Qualified

Job description

Senior Lead Practitioner

Required at:

Happitots Erskine!

40 Hours Per Week

From £13.50 to £13.75 per hour

At Thrive, we always put our children first but we invest in you too as a Third in Charge 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
• PVG & SSSC Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive!

Plus many more amazing benefits!

About The Role:

The Nursery Third in Charge plays 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 accordance with government guidelines. This role is ideal for current Qualified Practitioners seeking 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 is no better time to join our ambitious team. We’re growing rapidly and are passionate about developing our people, recognizing individual potential through promotion opportunities. With over twenty years of managing award-winning nurseries and an innovative approach to education, we welcome you to join our growing family!

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