Playgroup Manager - Early years: Lead Practitioner (manager) - 439371

Cramond Playgroup; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-focused playgroup in Edinburgh is seeking a Lead Practitioner to lead their dedicated staff team and support children's development. Candidates should have a relevant degree, experience in childcare, and strong leadership skills. This part-time role offers a competitive salary based on experience and includes pension contributions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to early years education and effective communication skills.

Benefits

Pension contributions

Flexible admin hours

Qualifications

• Holds, or is working towards, a BA in Childhood Practice.
• Proven experience in a childcare setting with leadership experience.
• Demonstrates excellent administrative and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear and inspiring leadership to the staff team.
• Deliver and oversee the Curriculum for Excellence.
• Monitor and support children's wellbeing and development.

Skills

Leadership skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Creativity

Education

BA in Childhood Practice or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Cramond Playgroup

Care Inspectorate Number CS2003011854/OSCR Charity Number SCO21155

Early years: Lead Practitioner (manager) - Part time Opportunity

Based on experience £25,000 - £30,000 pro-rata

27 hours per week (term time commitment 8am - 12.30pm + 9 hours admin time worked flexibly)

Includes pension contributions / NI

Closing date: Thursday 25 September 2025 5pm

Interviews: w/c 29 September (ideally in Edinburgh, remote option available)

Details

Cramond Playgroup is currently seeking a Playgroup Leader (Manager) to lead our much-loved, long-established community playgroup. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Early Years professional to lead a dedicated staff team, support the wellbeing and development of children aged 2-5, and build on the excellent reputation our playgroup enjoys.

Run by a committed team of staff and a supportive parent-led committee, Cramond Playgroup is a registered charity based in the well-equipped Cramond Kirk halls. We provide a fun, caring, and stimulating environment where children can flourish.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear and inspiring leadership to the staff team.
• Deliver and oversee the Curriculum for Excellence to ensure high-quality early years provision.
• Monitor and support children's wellbeing, learning, and development.
• Act as the primary contact between staff, parents, regulatory bodies, and the voluntary management committee.
• Take responsibility for compliance with Care Inspectorate standards, health and safety, and playgroup policies.
• Play a key role in shaping the future direction of the playgroup, building on its strong foundations and community spirit.

Qualifications

• Holds, or is working towards, a BA in Childhood Practice (or equivalent), with the commitment to achieving qualifications required for SSSC registration within a conditioned timeframe.
• Has proven experience in a childcare setting, with leadership or management experience highly desirable.
• Demonstrates excellent administrative, organisational, and IT skills.
• Has outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with staff, parents, and children.
• Shows warmth, professionalism, and enthusiasm for early years care.
• Brings creativity, initiative, and vision to develop both indoor and outdoor learning opportunities.

This post is subject to PVG membership and SSSC registration. Cramond Playgroup is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding children.

To apply or request an application pack, please email: [e-mail]