Job Description

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 | The Role

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 | The Candidate

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.

Ribbons & Reeves are London’s leading Education Recruiters. We specialise in helping educators of all levels secure long-term and permanent roles, such as this Early Years Graduate Assistant in Kenton, Brent. For other roles like this, check out our website, search ‘Ribbons & Reeves’. We look forward to supporting you in your application to this Early Years Graduate Assistant role.

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