Magdalene CC SCIO
Charity registered in Scotland SC050855
MAGDALENE:CC SCIO provides a range of activities for children and young people primarily in the Magdalene, The Jewel, Bingham and Christian areas of East Edinburgh. They serve Children & young people of all ages and offer support to their families and backgrounds, including those facing socio-economic challenges, young carers, and refugee families. They provide a safe and supportive environment where young people can socialize, develop life skills, and access opportunities that may not otherwise be available to them. Activities include sports, games, arts & crafts, cooking, mental health support, personal development sessions, and community engagement projects.
Current vacancies
After School Club Manager (The Daily Project)
- Part time
- £34,242 pro-rata
- On site: Edinburgh
- Closing 23rd January 2026
MAGDALENE:CC SCIO is seeking an experienced After School Club Manager (Development Phase) to lead The Daily Project, a new after-school childcare service serving families in East Edinburgh. This is a part-time management role (24 hours per week) focused on leadership, quality assurance, regulatory compliance and staff support, rather than routine face-to-face session delivery.
You will:
- Act as the named manager for a registered after-school care service
- Lead, support, and develop a small staff team
- Ensure compliance with Health and Social Care Standards
- Maintain safe staffing ratios, safeguarding practice, and high-quality play-based provision
- Work in partnership with parents, schools, and community partners
- Contribute to service development, evaluation, and inspection readiness
Applicants must:
- Be eligible to register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) in the Manager / Lead Practitioner category.
- Hold a relevant qualification at SCQF Level 7 or above (e.g. childcare, playwork, social services) OR demonstrate substantial relevant experience at supervisory/lead level.
- Have significant experience working with children in an out-of-school care, childcare, play work, or closely related setting
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and GIRFEC.
- Be willing and able to work towards any required qualification for SSSC registration.
- Be eligible to join the PVG Scheme for working with children.
Qualification Requirement (Work-Towards)
In line with SSSC requirements for managers of children’s services:
- You do not need to already hold a SCQF Level 9 Childhood Practice qualification at appointment
- You must commit to achieving a relevant SCQF Level 9 Childhood Practice qualification (or SSSC-accepted equivalent) within an agreed timeframe (normally up to 5 years)
Support for training and professional development will be provided, subject to funding and organisational policy.