EYFS Learning Assistant

About the School-Alleyn’s Regent’s Park

Cognita has entered into a partnership with Alleyn’s to create two leading independent day schools in north London. Alleyn’s is south London’s finest coeducational day school, consistently placed within the top London schools for academic achievement and winner of the Independent Coeducational School of the Year Award 2025. Cognita’s flagship London schools, North Bridge House Regent’s Park and North Bridge House Hampstead, form part of the new Alleyn’s Schools Group.

Alleyn’s Regent’s Park opened in September 2025 and Alleyn’s Hampstead is opening in September 2026. Alleyn's Regent's Park is located in a historic, former convent on the edge of Regent's Park and currently educates children aged 4 to 13. The school prepares pupils for 11+ and 13+ entry, but is moving to be an 11+ centre of excellence and will introduce a new Pre-Reception class from September 2026, becoming a 3 - 11 school.

The school draws pupils from across north London from Finchley to Chelsea and Wembley to Hackney and is very well connected with Camden Town on the northern line, which is just a five-minute walk away.

Cognita is a global leader in independent education. Founded in 2004, we are a growing community of 90 schools in 21 countries – in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East – serving more than 100,000 students. Each of our schools are proudly unique, however our collective purpose is to create an environment where everyone can, "Thrive in a rapidly evolving world".

As an EYFS Learning Assistant, you will play a key role in creating a nurturing, joyful and purposeful start to school life for our youngest learners. Working under the direction of the Class Teacher and specialist staff, you will support high‑quality teaching and learning across the EYFS, helping children aged 3–5 to develop confidence, independence and early academic skills. You will contribute to a calm, engaging and well‑organised classroom environment, assist with observations and assessments, and play an important part in daily routines, transitions, playtimes and enrichment activities.

You will also support school events, after‑school clubs and the wider life of this vibrant and welcoming school. Above all, you will help to uphold our ROCCK values, Respect, Opportunity, Curiosity, Courage and Kindness, and ensure that every child feels safe, happy and supported.

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You will bring warmth, patience and enthusiasm for working with young children, alongside a Level 2 or Level 3 childcare or early years qualification (or equivalent experience). You will have experience supporting learning in a classroom setting, strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with children, colleagues and parents. You are organised, proactive and adaptable, with a commitment to safeguarding and a willingness to engage in EYFS training, including paediatric first aid.

An interest in early literacy, numeracy, outdoor learning or EYFS‑based clubs is an advantage. Most importantly, you care deeply about helping every child thrive.

• Competitive salary, dependent on qualifications and experience
• Enrolment in our company's pension scheme
• Free lunch during term time
• School holidays and public holidays
• School fee discount
• Access to exclusive third-party discounts
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

Complete this application before the closing date:
Sunday 1st March 2026.

Cognita Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check. Our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy is available on the school website. Details on Recruitment of Ex-Offenders is included within the Application Guidance.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of background.

Early applications are encouraged, we reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to closing date for the right applicant.