Community Play & Learning Lead (Early Years)

Connect2Hackney; Greater London; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Connect2Hackney is seeking a Play and Learning Coordinator to lead and deliver high-quality care, education services and Stay-and-Play across community sites and family homes in Greater London. You will create safe, inclusive environments where children thrive and undertake leadership duties, including line management and acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Key requirements include an NNEB Level 3 qualification or equivalent, direct EYFS experience, safeguarding knowledge, and proven staff

Qualifications

• NNEB Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Direct experience with Foundation Stage and children with special educational needs.
• Strong understanding of EYFS curriculum and safeguarding procedures.
• Experience supervising staff and volunteers.
• Experience coordinating Stay and Play sessions and home learning may be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver respite and Stay-and-Play sessions in line with EYFS.
• Line manage practitioners and agency staff, including appraisals.
• Plan and facilitate high-quality activities tailored to individual children's needs.
• Act as Designated / Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Collaborate with Children and Family Hub teams and support vulnerable families.
• Recruit, guide and supervise volunteers to support sessions.
• Monitor and evaluate learning outcomes and service impact.

Skills

Line management

Staff supervision

Safeguarding lead

Stay and Play coordination

Education

NNEB Level 3 qualification or equivalent

Job description

Connect2Hackney is seeking a Play and Learning Coordinator to lead and deliver high-quality care, education services and Stay-and-Play across community sites and family homes in Greater London. You will create safe, inclusive environments where children thrive and undertake leadership duties, including line management and acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Key requirements include an NNEB Level 3 qualification or equivalent, direct EYFS experience, safeguarding knowledge, and proven staff