Centre Assistant

Haringey Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing programme for staff

Job summary

Haringey Council seeks a Centre Assistant at Rowland Hill to support early years practice, care and learning for young children. This 35-hour-per-week role is paid on Scale 1B, 2-3 pro rata, on a fixed-term contract with potential permanency.

The start date is asap, with safeguarding and DBS checks required. We expect a minimum Level 2 qualification, a warm, inclusive approach and a commitment to providing high standards of care, engaging children through play, and working with parents and the

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 qualification.
• Experience in delivering high standards of education and care for young children.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high standards of education and care for young children.
• Maintain high standards of care at all times.
• Foster an inclusive environment where every child can flourish through supported interventions.

Education

Level 2 qualification

Job description

Position Details

Position: Centre Assistant

Salary: Scale 1B , 2-3 to be pro rata

Hours of work: 35 hours per week – All Year

Contract Term: Fixed Term Contract for one year- There is a strong possibility this post would be permanent for the right candidate, budgets allowing.

Closing date and shortlisting: 5th October 2026

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by 5pm 5th October 2026

Interviews week beginning: 5th October 2026

Start date: To start as soon as possible

Successful Candidates Will Demonstrate

We are looking for a minimum Level 2 qualified member of staff who is self-motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated to delivering high standards of education and care for young children for the following posts:

• A passion and commitment to outstanding early years practice.


• Experience of maintaining high standards of care for children at all times.


• A commitment to fostering an inclusive environment in which every child is encouraged to flourish through supported interventions.

We Offer

• A welcoming, friendly environment where the Leadership Team, Staff and Governors are committed to making a real difference within the local community.


• An exciting early years federation of three nursery schools which support each other to deliver CPD.


• An exceptional environment for outdoor learning with an onsite Forest School provision.


• A vibrant Children’s Centre and a programme of excellent Parental Involvement.


• Opportunities to work with artists and musicians as key partners in the local community.


• An ongoing programme of wellbeing for staff

About the School

Rowland Hill is deeply rooted in the local community and staff and families enjoy celebrating our rich diversity.

Visits to the school are welcomed and encouraged.

Safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS Disclosure check, and references will be taken up prior to interview. Online checks will be completed on shortlisted candidates.

In line with our safeguarding practices, we are unable to accept CV’s.

Diversity and Inclusion

As a school, we embrace diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the essential selection criteria.