Nursery Lead Practitioner - Cheshire in Alsager

Alsager Full-Time 14 - 14 £ / hour (est.) No working from home possible

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At a Glance

Tasks: Lead a team to deliver outstanding childcare and support children's learning.
Company: Thrive Childcare and Education, a supportive and growing nursery group.
Benefits: Earn up to £400 monthly, enjoy extra days off, and receive childcare discounts.
Other info: Join a passionate team with excellent career progression opportunities.
Why this job: Make a real impact in children's lives while advancing your career in a nurturing environment.
Qualifications: Level 3 qualification in Early Years and experience as a Lead Practitioner or Room Leader.

The predicted salary is between 14 - 14 £ per hour.

Location: Corner House Lawton Road, Alsager, Cheshire, United Kingdom

Job Type: Full Time, 40 Hours Per Week

Salary: £14.00 Per Hour

Benefits:

Earn up to £400 per month through our referral scheme
Birthday holiday + wellbeing day (2 additional paid days off)
Christmas week closure + Christmas shopping vouchers
Company supplied branded outdoor jackets
Up to 85% childcare discount (T&Cs apply)
Cash health plans including dental cashback
High street and gym membership discounts
Free face-to-face counselling sessions
Long service awards
Monthly colleague recognition rewards with cash incentives
Excellent career progression opportunities
DBS registration paid for
Plus many more amazing benefits!

At Thrive Childcare and Education, we put our children first but we invest in our people too. We are looking for an experienced and passionate Lead Practitioner to join our team at Corner House Lawton Road. This opportunity is ideal for a current Lead Practitioner or Room Leader looking to progress within a supportive and growing nursery group. As a Lead Practitioner, you will play a key role in leading your room team, supporting children's learning and development, and delivering outstanding childcare and early years education within our nursery setting. If you are an experienced Room Leader with strong leadership skills and a passion for childcare, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

Leading and supporting a team of nursery practitioners
Delivering high-quality childcare and education in line with the EYFS framework
Planning engaging activities to support children's learning, development, and school readiness
Building strong relationships with parents and carers
Monitoring, observing, and assessing children's progress
Supporting safeguarding, health & safety, and nursery compliance standards
Creating a safe, nurturing, and stimulating nursery environment
Acting as a positive role model within the nursery team
Supporting and mentoring colleagues within the nursery

Requirements:

Level 3 qualification or above in Early Years (essential)
Experience working as a Lead Practitioner or Room Leader
Strong understanding of the EYFS framework
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Passion for childcare and early years education
A caring, enthusiastic, and proactive approach

Thrive Childcare and Education provides outstanding childcare and early years education throughout the North West of England and Scotland. With over 20 years of experience managing award-winning nurseries, we are passionate about developing our people and supporting career progression within our teams. Our nurseries provide a supportive, friendly, and inspiring environment where both children and colleagues can thrive.

Our Values:

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

If you are looking for your next opportunity as a Lead Practitioner or Room Leader in Alsager, apply today and join our growing Thrive family at Corner House, Lawton Road.