Play and Learning Co-ordinator

This role is for a Play and Learning Co-ordinator based in Hackney Central, paid at £20.64 to £27.81 per hour. You will coordinate and deliver high-quality care, education services and stay-and-play activities across the community as part of the Children and Family Hub Partnership, leading delivery in community sites and family homes. Responsibilities include coordinating respite services, extended services, creches and stay-and-play sessions in line with the Early Years Statutory Framework, line managing and appraising children's practitioners and agency staff, planning activities tailored to individual needs including neurodivergent children and those with emerging special educational needs, and acting as Designated or Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead.

About the Role

Are you a passionate Early Years professional dedicated to improving outcomes for young children and their families?

We are seeking a Play and Learning Coordinator to coordinate and deliver high-quality care, education services, and stay-and-play activities across the community as part of the Children and Family Hub Partnership.

In this role, you will lead delivery in community sites and family homes, creating safe, inclusive, and stimulating environments where children thrive. You will also take on key leadership responsibilities, including line managing staff and acting as a Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver respite services, extended services, creches, and stay-and-play sessions in line with the Early Years Statutory Framework.
• Line manage, supervise, and conduct annual appraisals for children's practitioners and agency staff.
• Plan and deliver challenging, high-quality activities tailored to children's individual needs, including those with neurodivergent or emerging special educational needs.
• Act as Designated / Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring robust child protection procedures are maintained at all times.
• Work closely with Children and Family Hub teams, participating in Team Around the Family meetings and supporting assessments for vulnerable families.
• Recruit, guide, and supervise volunteers to support session delivery.
• Monitor and evaluate children's learning and service impact within extended services.

What we're looking for:

• NNEB Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• Direct experience working with or caring for children at the Foundation Stage, including children with special educational needs.
• Sound understanding of early childhood development, the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum, and child protection/safeguarding procedures.
• Proven experience in staff supervision and line management.
• Experience organising Stay and Play sessions and knowledge of Home Learning.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a positive impact for children and families in our community, submit your CV and supporting statement today! Get in touch with Jordan Peat, Talent Partner - (url removed)

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