Childcare Depute Lead Practitioner

Job Description

Depute Lead Practitioner – Out of School Care

Location: East Renfrewshire and Glasgow Areas
Salary: Competitive + Perks
Contract: Permanent, Part-Time

Do you love working with children and have a passion for creating fun, safe, and exciting experiences? Are you a natural leader who thrives on inspiring a team? If that sounds like you, we want YOU to be our next Depute Manager at MACS!

Who We Are:

We’re Mearns After-School Care, a leading provider of out-of-school, providing children with the best out-of-school care within 14 services through-out East Renfrewshire and Glasgow areas! We offer a vibrant, welcoming environment where children can play, learn, grow and have fun. But we don’t just focus on the children, we also make sure our staff feel supported, valued, and ready to thrive. Sounds great, right?

The Role:

As our Depute Manager, you’ll be right in the action, helping to lead a brilliant team of childcare professionals. You’ll also work closely with the service Lead Practitioner to make sure everything runs smoothly, from the quality of care to building great relationships with all MACS stakeholders.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead with Fun & Purpose – Support and inspire a team of fantastic childcare professionals to deliver exciting experiences for children.
• Ensure Top-Notch Care – Keep things running smoothly by ensuring everything is safe, welcoming, and in line with childcare regulations.
• Build Strong Relationships – Work closely with parents, guardians, and the community to make sure we’re meeting every child’s needs.
• Be the inspiration – Help with staff development, training, and making sure the team feels supported and motivated.
• Drive Quality & Improvement – Be part of the ongoing journey to make our service the best it can be, through feedback, ideas, and a positive attitude.

What’s in It for You?

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Generous annual leave to help you recharge.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions matched up-to 5%
• Discounted MACS childcare—because we know how important it is.
• Training & development opportunities to grow your career.
• Wellbeing support, team events, and a fun, positive environment, medical & counselling support.
• Free on-site parking.
• Bonuses, Discretionary Festive and annual, onboarding, recommendations and long service appreciation bonus
• Uniform provided
• Blue Light Card and Concert for Carers

What We’re Looking For:

• A SCQF Level 7 in Childhood Practice or similar qualification (or working towards it).
• At least 2 years of childcare experience, with 1 year in a supervisory or management role.
• Leadership with strength-based approach
• Knowledge of childcare regulations and a love for working with kids.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work with parents, children, and colleagues in a professional yet friendly way.
• A positive, can-do attitude with a focus on teamwork.
• SSSC registration and PVG check eligibility (we can help with that!).
• Passion for leading and fostering quality child-led experiences.
• IT Skills.
• Effective in problem-solving and change management.

Hours:

• Part-time position with flexible shifts.
• You’ll be working during our Breakfast Clubs and After-School Care—exact hours can be discussed.

How to Apply:

Ready to join a fun, supportive team where you can really make a difference? We’d love to hear from you! Send us your CV and a cover letter via our online application form at https://mearnsafterschoolcare.formstack.com/forms/applicationform

Come join us and be part of our #MACS Family!

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £13.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (required)
• Supervising: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person