💼 Full-Time Position

Playcentre Manager

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Hays Specialist Recruitment - Education
📍 Brighton, East Sussex, United Kingdom
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Location
Brighton, United Kingdom
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Posted
June 19, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Salary: £37,000-£42,000, negotiable dependant upon experience
Hours: Full time
Location: Brighton
Start Date: September 2026

Your new company

We are a well‑established, community‑rooted play and childcare setting with a strong identity and a beautiful environment, including substantial outdoor space that forms a central part of our provision. Rated Good by Ofsted, we are proud of our warm, inclusive ethos and are now seeking an exceptional Centre Manager to lead our team and guide the next phase of our development.

Your new role

The Centre Manager is the most senior leader within the organisation, holding full operational, financial, and strategic responsibility. You will lead a team of around 30 staff, ensuring the setting continues to thrive as a safe, inspiring, and child‑centred environment.This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who enjoys being present, visible, and connected - with children, families, staff, trustees, and the wide...