Early Years Graduate Assistant

Early Years Graduate Assistant – Brent – September 2026

A welcoming infant school in Kenton, Brent is looking for a graduate to join their Early Years team as an Early Years Graduate Assistant from September 2026. Based close to Carlisle Gardens and Mount Stewart Avenue, this 2‑7 setting has 301 pupils on roll, Nursery classes and a strong Early Years provision across Nursery and Reception.

Early Years Graduate Assistant role paying £90‑95 per day PAYE, full‑time and term‑time only.

Excellent opportunity for a graduate looking to gain practical classroom experience before teacher training.

Potential to earn a permanent contract for graduates who make a strong impression during the academic year.

Route into teacher training available through a reputable and growing trust.

Early Years Graduate Assistant role based across Nursery and Reception, supporting children aged 2‑5.

Work in a warm, ambitious Early Years environment where children are encouraged to build confidence, independence and a love of learning.

Support class teachers with phonics, early maths, communication, play‑based learning and personal development.

Help children settle into routines, develop social skills and engage positively with learning through play.

Early Years Graduate Assistant applicants must have experience working with children aged 2‑11.

Experience supporting children aged 2‑5 is desirable, but not essential.

Ideal for a graduate who is patient, proactive, nurturing and serious about a future career in primary teaching, Early Years education or child development.

Early Years Graduate Assistant candidates must be confident supporting routines, behaviour, small group activities and learning through play.

A strong academic background and genuine enthusiasm for working with young children will be essential.

This Early Years Graduate Assistant role in Kenton, Brent is ideal for a graduate looking to gain meaningful Nursery and Reception experience before progressing into teacher training or a long‑term career in education.