Part Time After School Club Manager for small service

at  Daddy Daycare Edinburgh

DADDY DAYCARE EDINBURGH

Location: Bristo Baptist Church, Edinburgh
Hours: 21 hours per week Monday to Thursday only (includes 16 hours after school and 5 flexible admin hours)
Pay: Competitive salary, based on experience and qualifications
About Daddy Daycare Edinburgh
Daddy Daycare Edinburgh is a small, family-run childcare business that’s been providing exceptional care for children for over nine years. We focus on creating a nurturing and fun environment where children actively participate in their care, from choosing their activities to picking snacks. Our clubs are child-centered, and the children even have a say in the interview process – they’re fantastic judges of character!
We are now looking for a dedicated After School Club Manager to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has experience in childcare management or a related field such as teaching, who is looking to make a real difference in a family-friendly, supportive environment.
About the Role
Our club at Bristo church is a small club of around 30 children picking up frok one school 5 mins walk away. As after School Club Manager, you’ll be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations. You’ll work closely with children, staff, and parents to ensure a safe, fun, and stimulating environment for primary school-aged children. Your role will be a combination of direct childcare, staff management, and administrative duties, with a strong emphasis on planning and maintaining high standards of care.
Key Responsibilities
Running the Club:
- Ensure a safe, engaging, and enriching environment for the children.
- Plan and lead fun, educational activities each day.
- Provide healthy snacks that meet nutritional guidelines.
- Lead by example, modelling high-quality interactions and play.
- Engage with parents, offering updates and ensuring communication remains strong.
- Manage children’s medical needs, including allergies and healthcare plans.
Team Leadership:
- Lead and inspire a team of staff, ensuring that children are well supervised and supported.
- Conduct regular 1:1 meetings, supervisions, and staff appraisals.
- Lead weekly team meetings and provide on-the-job training to staff members.
- Ensure efficient staff deployment throughout the day.
- Support new staff and provide mentoring to ensure high standards are upheld.
Administration & Club Development:
- Complete and update care and healthcare plans for children.
- Monitor and implement improvements to ensure the club continually meets high standards.
- Order club resources and manage inventory.
- Complete staff timesheets and payroll tasks.
- Plan and minute staff meetings.
- Ensure compliance with the club’s quality framework and work towards maintaining high-quality standards.
About You
We are looking for a highly organised and experienced manager who would like a part time role. Ideally has the following qualifications and attributes:
Experience:
- Previous experience in a childcare setting (after-school club, nursery, or school) or a related field such as teaching.
- Ideally, experience in managing or leading a team, such as in a deputy manager or room lead role.
Qualifications:
- SVQ3 or equivalent childcare qualification.
- Willingness to work towards a manager-level qualification, such as a BA or PDA level 9 in Childhood Practice (SSSC requirement).
- Transferable qualifications (e.g., qualified teachers, nurses, midwives) may also be considered.
Skills
- Highly organised with excellent multitasking skills.
- Ability to lead and inspire a team while maintaining a positive and supportive environment.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage with children, staff, and parents.
- A passion for working with children and a commitment to maintaining a high standard of care.
What We Offer:
- Supportive Environment: As a small, family-run business, you will receive extensive support from the owners and our Senior Operations & Quality Manager.
- Competitive Salary: A salary commensurate with experience, offering an attractive package for the right candidate.
- Flexible Working Hours: The role includes flexible admin hours (which can be worked remotely), along with the opportunity to balance work and life.
- Paid Admin Time: We offer paid admin time to help with your role’s planning and administrative tasks, ensuring you have the time needed to stay organised.
- Ongoing Training & Development: Regular 1:1 meetings, access to professional development opportunities, and a culture of learning.
- A Positive, Family-Oriented Culture: Join a team where your input is valued and you’re supported in your role.
How to Apply:
If you’re looking for a meaningful leadership role where you can make a difference in a small, friendly team, we’d love to hear from you! Please send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for this role.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent
Pay: From £19,656.00 per year
Expected hours: 21 per week

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In perso

Please refer the Job description for details