The Cottage Family Centre is looking for a passionate, highly motivated and experienced Children's Service Coordinator to lead and support a small staff team within a registered childcare setting.
The role will provide advice, guidance and support to vulnerable families with children aged 0–8 across Kirkcaldy who have been referred to The Cottage Family Centre.
The successful candidate will support children to reach their full potential while working with parents to develop their understanding of their children's needs. They will help parents build confidence and use practical strategies and activities to support their children's learning and development in everyday life.
The role will also support the management team to develop a broad range of learning activities tailored to the needs of vulnerable children and their families.
About you
The successful candidate will have:
- At least three years' experience in a similar role
- A strong understanding of children's learning and development
- Knowledge of the challenges facing children and families in local communities
- Experience supporting vulnerable children and families
- Strong leadership and team-working skills
- The ability to provide effective advice, guidance and support to parents
Qualifications
Candidates must hold a practice and management qualification appropriate for managing a day care of children service.
The benchmark practice qualifications include:
- SVQ Social Services (Children and Young People) at SCQF Level 7
- HNC Childhood Practice
- HNC Childhood Practice plus BA Childhood Practice
- SQA Professional Development Award (PDA) Childhood Practice (360 credits at SCQF Level 9)
- An equivalent qualification
Additional requirements
The successful candidate will be required to:
- Register with the Scottish Social Services Council (SSSC) as a Manager
- Complete a PVG Scheme Record Check
- Provide two references
How to apply
To request an application pack, contact The Cottage Family Centre's administration team:
E-mail: [email protected]
Call: 01592 269489 / 01592 210189
Closing date: 5pm, Tuesday 1 September 2026
