Education Assistant – Learning Centre – Greenwich

Are you ready to begin a rewarding journey where you’ll help shape young lives and make a meaningful difference in your community?
If you’re passionate about education and committed to providing exceptional service to children and families, this multifaceted Education Assistant role at a new inclusive, faith-based learning centre could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for a warm, organised, and enthusiastic individual to support the delivery of engaging educational sessions and contribute to the smooth day-to-day running of the centre through essential administrative duties.

Please note: A modest dress code is observed, and head coverings may be required at specific times, particularly during religious instruction.

Additional and/or flexible hours, including some weekend work, may be available for the right candidate.

• Support the delivery of engaging and age-appropriate activities for children aged [insert age range].
• Supervise and encourage children during sessions, ensuring a safe, positive, and inclusive environment.
• Assist in the preparation of materials and help with tidying up after activities.
• Promote values that align with the centre’s inclusive, faith-based ethos.
• Ensure the welfare and safety of all children at all times.
• Maintain accurate attendance records.
• Manage fee payment logs and assist parents with related queries
• Answer telephone and email enquiries professionally and promptly
• Support the manager in marketing and promotional activities for the centre
• Conduct tours for prospective families, confidently sharing the centre’s values and services
• Carry out general administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and printing
• Act as a community ambassador, positively promoting the centre’s mission and programmes

• Experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting.
• Comfortable using basic computer systems and handling confidential information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and administrative abilities.
• Friendly, proactive, and professional demeanour.
• Alignment with the values and ethos of a faith-based environment.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team, demonstrating flexibility and collaboration.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine passion for working with children.

• NCFE CACHE Level 2 or 3  Diploma for the Children and Young People's Workforce, or equivalent Educator / Teaching Assistant qualification.
• GCSE Maths / English at Grade C or above or Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths.

• Current First Aid certification.
• Current Safeguarding certification.

• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Physically able to carry out the requirements of the role.
• Flexibility to work various shifts as needed.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply for one)*.