Senior Lead Practitioner – Nursery Third in Charge

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

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonuses

Holiday and wellbeing day off

Christmas week closure vouchers

Branded jackets

Childcare discounts (up to 85%)

Gym membership discounts

Counselling sessions

Long service awards

Cash incentives

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Thrive Childcare and Education is hiring a Nursery Third in Charge / Senior Lead Practitioner in the North West region. You will support the Management team to supervise staff, ensure regulatory compliance and deliver high-quality early years care.

The role focuses on teamwork, strong communication, and career progression within our expanding nurseries. On-site work with comprehensive staff benefits and progression opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Level 3 childcare qualification (or higher) is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Nursery Manager and Deputy Manager to run the nursery smoothly.
• Supervise staff and ensure regulatory standards are met.
• Maintain high-quality care for children and build positive relationships with parents and stakeholders.

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare

Job description

Thrive Childcare and Education is hiring a Nursery Third in Charge / Senior Lead Practitioner in the North West region. You will support the Management team to supervise staff, ensure regulatory compliance and deliver high-quality early years care.

The role focuses on teamwork, strong communication, and career progression within our expanding nurseries. On-site work with comprehensive staff benefits and progression opportunities are provided.