Lead Our Creative, Community-Focused Playgroup

Pataglos; Stroud; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Term-time only work

Job summary

Rodborough Playgroup invites an exceptional Playleader to lead our creative, community-focused setting in Stroud. You will manage day-to-day operations, mentor staff, and ensure each child is central to their learning journey.

You will hold a Level 3 EY qualification (or equivalent), with safeguarding expertise and EYFS knowledge, plus strong leadership and communication skills. Term-time only work is offered with a competitive salary based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent).
• GCSE Maths pass.
• At least 2 years' experience in an Early Years setting.
• Expert knowledge of the EYFS framework, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding practices.
• Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills; experience with SEN is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire staff, fostering a creative, fun and nurturing environment.
• Deliver an outstanding play-led curriculum for ages 2.5 to 4 years.
• Oversee daily operations and ensure smooth, efficient running of the setting.
• Maintain high safeguarding standards as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
• Build strong relationships with parents, the Management Committee and local schools.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Curriculum planning

Communication

Organisation

Education

Level 3 Early Years qualification

GCSE Maths

Job description

Playleader Manager required. Full time (with some flexibility on hours). Rate of Pay:

£16 - £18 an hour (dependent on qualifications and experience).

Lead Our Creative, Community-Focused Playgroup

Rodborough Playgroup is a well-loved, not-for-profit charity that has been providing high-quality, inclusive childcare for over 50 years on the edge of the beautiful Rodborough Common in Stroud. We are looking for an exceptional Playleader to continue our vision, lead our dedicated team, and ensure every child is at the center of their own learning journey.

As our Playleader, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and strategic direction of the Playgroup. You will report to the voluntary Management Committee and will:

• Lead & Inspire: Mentor and motivate the staff team, fostering a creative, fun, and nurturing environment.
• Curriculum Excellence: Ensure the delivery of an outstanding, play-led curriculum that meets the individual needs of children aged 2.5 to 4 years.
• Operational Management: Oversee daily operations, ensuring the setting runs smoothly and efficiently.
• Safeguarding: Maintain the highest standards of child protection and welfare, acting as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
• Community Partnership: Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with parents, the Management Committee, and the local schools

You will bring a minimum of a Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent), GCSE Maths Pass, at least 2 years' experience within an Early Years setting, expert knowledge of the EYFS framework, Ofsted requirements, and robust safeguarding practices, excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills and experience and/or training working with SEN children.

We can offer you the chance to lead an established and respected community setting with a strong ethos, generous term-time only work. a committed and welcoming staff team and supportive Management Committee and a competitive salary based on your qualifications and leadership experience.

Address

Chequers Bridge Centre,Painswick Road,Gloucester, GL4 6PR