SCMA Helpline

Childminders, parents and carers can call our Helpline with any question relating to childminding in Scotland.
If you have a query, don’t hesitate to pick up the phone to our friendly team – no question is too small!

Tel 01786 449063

Lines are open Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm.


Wellbeing and Counselling Service

SCMA members can access a free and confidential telephone counselling to support personal and emotional wellbeing provided by ARAG.
The free helpline is available 24/7, 365 days of the year. 

To access the service, please login to the Membership Dashboard and go to the 'Resources, Guidance and Support' area for more information.  


Legal Advice Line

SCMA members have access to a 24/7 Legal Advice Line, provided by ARAG, staffed by qualified solicitors providing practical telephone-based legal advice relating to any legal issues that arise from the member’s childminding duties. The service can be accessed as many times as you need.

Please call the SCMA Helpline on 01786 449063 (Monday to Friday, 10am – 4pm) for more information and contact details.