Senior Lead Practitioner FTC Maternity - 12 months

Thrive Childcare and Education; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday/Wellbeing day off

PVG/SSSC paid

Referral bonus

Discounts on childcare

Counselling sessions

Job summary

Thrive Childcare and Education is seeking a Senior Lead Practitioner for a 12-month maternity cover at Garrowhill Nursery. The role is 40 hours per week at £14.20 per hour, with benefits including PVG/SSSC registration paid, paid leave, and various staff discounts.

You will assist the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager, supervise staff, ensure regulatory standards, and maintain high-quality care while building strong relationships with parents and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Must be level 3 qualified or above in correlation to government guidelines.
• Current Qualified Practitioner in Early Years is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager in daily operations.
• Supervise staff and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain high-quality care and foster positive relationships with parents and stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

Level 3 qualification or above

Job description

Senior Lead Practitioner (FTC - 12 months Maternity Cover)

Required at:

Garrowhill Nursery!

40 Hours Per Week - Rate £14.20/Hr

• Birthday Holiday And Wellbeing Day Off - An Additional 2 Days Off Paid Leave!
• PVG & SSSC Registration Paid For On Behalf Of Thrive!

At Thrive, we always put our children first but we invest in you too as a Senior 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 £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 Practitioner 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 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.

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