Child Care Lead Practitioner / Peripatetic Manager
Cumbernauld YMCA – Peace of Mind Out of School Care
Location: Cumbernauld
Hours: 25 hours per week
Salary: £14.11-£17.13 (dependent on experience/qualification)
Contract: Permanent
Make a Difference Every Day
Cumbernauld YMCA is seeking an experienced and motivated Child Care Lead Practitioner / Peripatetic Manager to help lead 2 bases in our Out of School Care services.
If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality childcare, developing staff, and creating safe, inclusive environments where children can thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
About the Role
Working alongside the Child Care Senior Manager, you will provide leadership and support across our Out of School Care services, ensuring excellent standards of care and compliance with Care Inspectorate and SSSC requirements.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Leading, mentoring and supporting childcare teams across multiple services.
· Promoting a nurturing, child-centred environment where every child feels safe, valued and included.
· Supervising staff and supporting their professional development.
· Supporting quality assurance, self-evaluation and inspection readiness.
· Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies.
· Building positive relationships with children, families, schools and partner agencies.
· Supporting the planning and delivery of engaging play and learning experiences.
About You
You’ll have:
· BA Childhood Practice, SCQF Level 9 (or equivalent recognised by the SSSC).
· Registration, or eligibility to register, with the SSSC as a Lead Practitioner.
· At least four years’ experience within school-age childcare or a similar childcare setting, including leadership or management responsibilities.
· Knowledge of Health & Social Care Standards, GIRFEC, SHANARRI and Playwork Principles.
· Experience supporting and developing staff.
· Excellent communication, organisation and IT skills.
· A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Desirable qualifications include Paediatric First Aid, Food Hygiene, Child Protection, Trauma Informed Practice and experience preparing for Care Inspectorate inspections.
Why Join Cumbernauld YMCA?
At Cumbernauld YMCA, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive in a safe, nurturing environment.
We offer:
· A rewarding leadership role making a real difference to children’s lives.
· A supportive and experienced management team.
· Ongoing professional learning and career development.
· A welcoming and values-led organisation.
· The opportunity to help shape and improve high-quality childcare services.
Cumbernauld YMCA is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be required to complete PVG membership, provide satisfactory references and meet all SSSC registration requirements.
Benefits
We believe a quality service starts by investing in your staff team and list our key terms and conditions below; üFree Continuous Professional Learning Opportunities;
*Mentoring Support & Supervision;
*Staff Star Award Scheme;
*Mileage for work applied;
*Competitive Contributory Pension;
*Free Uniforms;
*Pay for PVG throughout employment and first SSSC registration;
*Generous Annual Leave;
*Association Sick pay;
*Childcare Staff Discount
If you’re an experienced childcare professional ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Join Cumbernauld YMCA and help us deliver outstanding care, inspiring play opportunities and brighter futures for local children.
Pay: £14.11-£17.13 per hour
Work Location: In person
