Reception Teaching Assistant

Reception Teaching Assistant – Brent, HA3 – September 2026

A 2-7 infant school in Brent, HA3 is looking for a graduate to join as a Reception Teaching Assistant from September 2026. Based in Kenton, close to Carlisle Gardens and Mount Stewart Avenue, this is a strong Early Years setting with Nursery and Reception provision.

• Reception Teaching Assistant role paying £90-95 per day PAYE.
• Full-time, term-time only contract from September 2026.
• Excellent opportunity for a core subject, Education Studies or related graduate who wants to gain school-based experience before teacher training.
• Learn on the job in a well-run infant school where behaviour is good and pupils are keen to learn.
• Potential route into teacher training for graduates who make a strong impression.
• Work in Brent, HA3
  , supporting Reception pupils with phonics, early maths, communication, routines and learning through play.
• The school has around 301 pupils on roll, with approximately 9.6% SEND, 6% SEN Support and 3.6% with EHCPs.
• Reception Teaching Assistant candidates will provide general classroom support, small group work and some SEND support where required.

• Reception Teaching Assistant applicants must have experience working with children aged 2-11.
• A degree in a core subject, Education Studies, Psychology, Childhood Studies or a related area is desirable.
• Ideal for an aspiring Primary Teacher who wants to build confidence in Reception before progressing into training.
• Reception Teaching Assistant candidates must be reliable, patient, proactive and confident supporting early learning, behaviour and routines.

This Reception Teaching Assistant role in Brent, HA3 is ideal for a graduate looking to gain meaningful classroom experience in a successful infant school.