Turriff Playgroup is a committee-run early years setting, providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for young children. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Playgroup Manager to lead our dedicated team, ensuring high-quality care and learning experiences in line with national guidelines.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
Oversee the daily running of the playgroup.
Lead, support, and motivate staff to deliver excellent standards of care and learning.
Work in partnership with the Playgroup Committee, providing regular updates on operations, staffing, and finances.
Children's Learning & Development
Plan and deliver a curriculum in line with the Curriculum for Excellence and GIRFEC (Getting It Right for Every Child).
Ensure all children's individual needs are met and progress is tracked.
Maintain a safe, stimulating, and inclusive environment.
Compliance & Safeguarding
Ensure the setting meets Care Inspectorate standards and all legal requirements.
Maintain accurate records (children's files, registers, staff training, policies).
Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children.
Creating and implimenting policies and risk assessments.
Parent & Community Engagement
Build positive relationships with parents and carers.
Communicate regularly about children's progress and playgroup activities.
Foster links with local schools, organisations, and the wider community.
Administration
Manage budgets and resources in partnership with the committee.
Oversee staff rotas, training, and development.
Contribute to funding applications and fundraising activities.
Essential Requirements
Relevant childcare qualification (e.g. HNC in Childcare, or equivalent).
BA in Childhood practice (or willing to work towards this)
A minimum of 4 years experience working with young children in an early years setting.
Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
Knowledge of Curriculum for Excellence, GIRFEC, and Care Inspectorate requirements.
PVG Scheme membership (or willingness to join).
Computer Literate.
SSSC registered.
Desirable
Experience managing staff and/or working in a committee-run setting.
First Aid, Food Hygiene, and Child Protection training.
Knowledge of local community and services in Turriff.
Hours & Salary
Term-time only, with full school holidays off.
Hours to be agreed with the committee.
Salary is negotiable dependent on experience and qualifications.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From 14.50 per hour
Expected hours: 26 - 29.5 per week
Benefits:
Free parking
On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
Turriff AB53: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Application question(s):
Do you currently hold a HNC in Childcare?
Do you currently hold a BA in Childhood Practice?
Education:
Certificate of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
Childcare: 4 years (required)
Work authorisation:
United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person
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