EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant

EYFS Graduate Teaching Assistant (584629) East London, England Graduate EYFS Teaching Assistant – September Start

Location: East London & Essex
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £90 - £110 per day (dependent on experience)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm or 9:00am – 6:00pm (depending on the setting)

Are you a recent graduate with a passion for early childhood education?

If you're considering a career in teaching, educational psychology, speech and language therapy, or child development, this is the perfect opportunity to gain invaluable experience in an Early Years setting.

We are working with a range of welcoming primary schools and nurseries looking for enthusiastic graduates to join their EYFS teams from September. You'll play a key role in supporting children during the most important stage of their educational journey, helping them develop confidence, communication skills and a love of learning.

• Supporting children within Nursery and Reception classrooms
• Delivering engaging one-to-one and small group activities to support early learning
• Assisting with phonics, early literacy, numeracy and language development
• Encouraging learning through play and creative activities
• Helping children develop social, emotional and communication skills
• Supporting pupils with additional needs where required
• Working closely with teachers to create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment

• A recent graduate with a strong academic background
• Passionate about working with young children
• Patient, caring and enthusiastic
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, adaptable and eager to learn
• Experience working with children (schools, nurseries, coaching, tutoring or childcare) is desirable but not essential

• Long-term opportunities with the potential for permanent positions
• Outstanding hands-on experience within EYFS settings
• Ongoing support from experienced education consultants
• Opportunities to work in both primary schools and nursery settings
• Excellent preparation for Primary PGCE, Schools Direct, Educational Psychology, Speech & Language Therapy and other child-focused careers

If you're ready to inspire young learners, build your classroom experience, and take the first step towards a rewarding career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure your Graduate EYFS Teaching Assistant role for September!