Nursery Early Years Education Support Worker

Islington Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Greater London is seeking an Early Years Education Support Worker for their Golden Lane Children's Centre. This full-time role involves supporting quality childcare for children aged 0-4 in line with the EYFS curriculum. Ideal candidates are reliable, flexible, and possess a minimum level 2 childcare qualification. Salary ranges from £31,086 to £31,980 with a permanent full-time contract. Rotational shifts are required, and all applicants must undergo a DBS check.

Qualifications

• Must show initiative and work as part of a team.
• Commitment to ensuring best outcomes for children aged 0-4.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high-quality childcare and education for children aged 0–4.
• Work in alignment with the EYFS curriculum.

Skills

Reliable

Flexible

Teamwork

Education

Minimum Level 2 Childcare Qualification

Job description

About The Role

Come and Join the Team at Golden Lane Children's Centre! Golden Lane Children’s Centre is part of Prior Weston Primary School which is in the modern, purpose built Golden Lane Campus building.

The Campus is an exciting community hub offering educational opportunities to everyone from babies to parents and carers. Golden Lane Children's Centre plays a major role in this by offering education, services and support to children under 5 and their families. The Campus is situated adjacent to the Barbican Centre and the lively Whitecross street market.

We are seeking to employ an Early Years Education Support Worker to work as part of our baby room team. We are looking for a person who is reliable and flexible, who can show initiative and work as part of a team and who are committed to our aim of ensuring the best possible outcomes for all children aged 0-4. A minimum childcare qualification level 2 is required for an immediate start subject to pre-employment checks.

Early Years Education Support Worker (Nursery Room)

Salary Grade: Scale 3, Spine Point 5-7

Starting Salary Range: £31,086- £31,980

Full‑time – 35 hours per week, Shifts 8.00‑6.00pm, All Year Round, Permanent Contract

Candidates must be able to work shifts on a rota basis determined by the needs of the Centre, which delivers childcare from 8am – 6pm.

The role involves supporting the delivery of high‑quality childcare and education to children aged 0–4, in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum.

Visits to the school are highly encouraged. To arrange a visit or have an informal discussion about the role, please contact the school office on 020 7786 4800.

Closing date: Midnight Sunday 4th January 2026

Interviews: Week commencing Monday 12th January 2026

How to apply: CVs are not accepted. Please click “Apply” below to submit your application, or visit our jobs page: https://jobs.islington.gov.uk/

If you need assistance with your application, please email HR Team at [e-mail] quoting job reference PW/2110.

Prior Weston School & Children’s Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) with barred list check is required for all successful applicants.

In line with KCSIE 2025 and safer recruitment practices, the school will conduct an online search for all shortlisted candidates. The online search is part of our safeguarding checks and will seek publicly available information on candidates’ suitability to work with children. Shortlisted candidates will be provided with further guidance and will be asked to clarify their online presence.

Please note the advertised actual salary is a range based on continuous service, with the maximum range indicating 5+ continuous years with local government/schools. The starting salary will be calculated based on the individual circumstances of the successful candidate/s.