Job Description

Locations: East Renfrewshire & Glasgow

Salary: 14.50 per hour + Benefits

Hours: Full-time (22.5 hrs/week plus admin hours) & Part-time options available
Monday to Friday | Term-time | Permanent | Part-Time | No Weekends
Holiday work available (conditions apply)

Are you a passionate childcare professional with a flair for leadership? Do you thrive on creating inspiring, fun, and safe environments for children? If so,

MACS (Mearns After-School Care)

wants you to be our next

Depute Lead Practitioner

!

Who We Are

At

MACS

, we've been delivering high-quality out-of-school care across

13 services in East Renfrewshire and Glasgow

for almost 30 years. We're more than just childcare--we're a place where children explore, learn, and thrive, and where our staff are equally supported, appreciated, and given opportunity to grow.

The Role

As

Depute Lead Practitioner

, you'll play a key leadership role, working alongside the Lead Practitioner to manage daily operations, support your team, and ensure children receive the highest standard of care. You'll be a hands-on leader, mentor, and role model who brings energy, creativity, and compassion to everything you do.

Key Responsibilities

Lead with Purpose:

Inspire and guide a team of childcare professionals to deliver engaging, child-led experiences.

Ensure High Standards:

Maintain a safe, welcoming, and compliant environment in line with regulatory and MACS standards.

Build Partnerships:

Foster strong relationships with children, families, and community stakeholders.

Support Team Growth:

Assist with staff development, training, and motivation.

Drive Continuous Improvement:

Champion quality enhancement through reflection, feedback, and innovation.

What's in It for You?

? Competitive salary (14.50/hr)
? Flexible, family-friendly shifts (no weekends)
? 50% childcare discount
? Matched pension contributions (up to 5%)
? Generous annual leave
? Employee wellbeing support & EAP
? Ongoing CPD & career progression
? Bonuses: onboarding, festive, referral & long-service
? Uniform provided
? Free on-site parking
? Access to Blue Light Card & Concerts for Carers
? Fun, inclusive team culture with regular events

What You'll Bring

Minimum SCQF Level 7 in Childhood Practice

(or working towards it)

2+ years in childcare

, including

1+ year in a leadership role

Strong knowledge of childcare regulations and safeguarding practices Excellent communication and teamwork skills A warm, enthusiastic, and solutions-focused attitude SSSC registration and PVG eligibility (we can assist if needed) Confidence in using IT systems and supporting change

Working Hours

Part-time with flexible scheduling

Breakfast Clubs & After-School Care shifts

(exact hours to be discussed)
No weekends

Ready to lead with purpose and make a difference?

Apply now by submitting online application form:
https://mearnsafterschoolcare.formstack.com/forms/applicationform

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 14.50 per hour

Benefits:

Childcare Company events Company pension Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Referral programme
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:

Childcare: 2 years (required) Supervising: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person