At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to maintain cleanliness and support our community café.
- Company: Dynamic organisation focused on children's education and family support.
- Benefits: Part-time hours, flexible shifts, and a chance to make a difference.
- Other info: Opportunity for personal growth in a vibrant community setting.
- Why this job: Be part of a supportive team while helping create a welcoming environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in cleaning roles and good communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Job details:
- Terms & Conditions: 2 x 18.5 hours per week, Part Time, Permanent
- Department: Education
- Interviews: 6th July 2026
We are looking to recruit 2 x Centre Assistants, who are enthusiastic and self-motivated to join our team working across our network of 8 Children Centres and Family Hubs. Working hours will be over 5 days, working a rota basis with colleagues doing earlier or late shifts, therefore applicants need to be able to work flexibly between 8am and 6pm.
Applicants will need to ensure that a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene are maintained throughout our centres. We are looking for people who can demonstrate experience of working in a cleaning role. Ensuring that all areas of the centre are prepared for relevant use, which would include:
- Cleaning and preparing our nursery settings
- Cleaning and tidying office facilities
- Setting up meeting rooms
- Cleaning the community café
Applicants would need to complete a range of duties including:
- Washing of walls, windows, partitions and woodwork
- Cleaning all hard and soft floor surfaces
- Cleaning of all surfaces, fixtures and fittings, bathrooms – all by appropriate methods within the designated area of work
- Undertaking some laundry duties
This role also includes supporting with the Community Café catering facility and ensuring that catering requirements are met e.g. children’s meals and meeting refreshments. Health and Safety and COSHH knowledge is desirable for this role.
We are looking for positive, reliable and flexible people with good communication skills, who can work as a member of a team and also independently to complete tasks. Please note that your CV must evidence the requirements of the role profile with a supporting statement outlining how you meet the key requirements.
Centre Assistant employer: Blackburn with Darwen Council
Join our dedicated team as a Centre Assistant, where you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for families and children across our network of Children Centres and Family Hubs. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work culture that values flexibility, teamwork, and personal growth, offering opportunities for professional development while making a meaningful impact in the community. With part-time hours and a focus on work-life balance, this position is perfect for those looking to contribute positively while enjoying a rewarding career.
Contact Details:
Blackburn with Darwen Council Recruitment Team
