play leader

tadika cerdik aurora; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

tadika cerdik aurora in Cyberjaya, Selangor, Malaysia is seeking an experienced Play Leader to oversee play-based activities and recreation programmes in our facility. You will lead a team, ensure activities are engaging, safe, and aligned with organisational standards, while fostering a positive, developmental environment.

The role emphasizes duty of care, safeguarding, and collaboration with parents and staff to deliver high-quality programmes that support children's wellbeing and development.

Qualifications

• Proven supervisory or team leader experience in play, recreation, or child-focused settings.
• Solid understanding of child development and play-based learning.
• Ability to manage diverse age groups and maintain safety.
• Commitment to safeguarding and duty of care.
• Experience monitoring and evaluating activity outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and deliver play-based activities aligned with organisational standards.
• Supervise and guide a team; provide direction and feedback.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and safeguarding requirements.
• Monitor participant wellbeing, intervene for a safe environment.
• Maintain records of activities, attendance and progress as required.
• Communicate effectively with participants, parents, carers and staff.
• Set up play spaces and equipment; ensure cleanliness and safety.
• Lead by example and promote continuous improvement in practice.
• Support training and development of team members.
• Report on programme outcomes and contribute to service enhancements.

Skills

Team leadership

Child development knowledge

Health and safety knowledge

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Level 3 Play Work / Childcare qualification

Job description

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Play Leader to join our team in Cyberjaya, Selangor. In this supervisory role, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing play-based activities and recreation programmes within our facility. You will ensure that all activities are engaging, safe, and aligned with our organisational standards. As a Play Leader, you will be instrumental in creating a positive and developmental environment, managing your team effectively, and maintaining the highest standards of duty of care. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing and development of participants whilst demonstrating strong leadership and organisational skills.

Key responsibilities

• Plan, organise and deliver engaging play-based activities and recreation programmes that meet the needs and interests of all participants
• Supervise and manage a team of support staff, providing clear direction, guidance and performance feedback
• Ensure all activities comply with health and safety regulations, duty of care requirements and organisational policies and procedures
• Monitor participant behaviour and wellbeing, intervening appropriately to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all
• Maintain detailed records of activities, attendance, incidents and participant progress as required
• Communicate effectively with participants, team members, parents, carers and other stakeholders
• Set up, manage and maintain play spaces and equipment, ensuring facilities are clean, safe and appropriately resourced
• Lead by example, demonstrating positive attitudes, professionalism and commitment to best practice in play and recreation
• Support training and development of team members, promoting a culture of continuous improvement
• Report on programme outcomes and contribute to the evaluation and enhancement of activities and services

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience in a supervisory or team leader role within play, recreation, leisure or a similar child-focused or community-focused environment
• Strong knowledge of child development, play theory and evidence-based practices in play-based learning and recreation
• Demonstrable experience in planning, delivering and evaluating play and recreation activities for diverse age groups
• Excellent leadership and team management skills with the ability to motivate, coach and develop staff
• In-depth understanding of health and safety legislation, safeguarding requirements and duty of care responsibilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with children, young people, families and colleagues
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and solve problems whilst maintaining attention to detail
• Relevant qualifications such as a Level 3 or equivalent in Play Work, Childcare, or a related discipline
• Current safeguarding or child protection certification (or willingness to obtain if not already held)
• First Aid at Work or Paediatric First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Flexibility and resilience, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Enhanced DBS clearance or equivalent background check as required by local regulations