Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant – Full-Time | Primary School | September 2025 Start

 Location: Watford, Hertfordshire
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday | 8:30am – 3:30pm
 Salary: £500 – £600 per week
 Start Date: September 2025

 Job Summary - Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

Are you a recent graduate eager to begin a rewarding career working with young children?
Do you aspire to become a teacher, educational psychologist, or a professional who helps guide young people’s emotional and educational journeys?

This welcoming primary school in Watford is looking for a caring and enthusiastic Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant. In this role, you will support children in their first years of education — helping them build confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning while nurturing their emotional wellbeing.

 Key Responsibilities - Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

As a Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the academic progress of children in Nursery and Reception across the curriculum
• Provide empathetic, personalised emotional support
• Lead 1:1 and small group learning sessions
• Track and monitor progress in early reading, writing, and phonics
• Prepare engaging learning resources and classroom materials
• Assist with playtime and lunchtime duties as part of the rota

 Who We’re Looking For - Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

To thrive in this role, you should have: Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

• A graduate degree (all subjects considered, but Psychology, Education, Sociology, Therapy, or SEN backgrounds are especially valued)
• A genuine passion for working with young people
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A caring, empathetic, and patient nature
• An interest in pursuing a career in education or child development
• Experience working with children (desirable, but not essential)

 What We Offer - Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

This is a fantastic opportunity to: Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

• Gain hands-on classroom experience supporting children aged 3–5, including those with SEN
• Be part of a supportive and inclusive team that values curiosity, play, and emotional growth
• Receive expert mentoring and tailored in-school training to prepare you for teacher training or further study in 2026
• Work in a vibrant, community-focused school where staff are creative, collaborative, and dedicated to giving every child the best start in life

 Application Process - Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant

Interested in joining as a Graduate Early Years Teaching Assistant?
Apply now via Indeed with your CV — early applications are encouraged, as interviews are held on a rolling basis.

• Closing Date: 1st September 2025
• Interviews: Ongoing

 Ready to take your first step into teaching? Apply today and begin your career in education this September in Watford.

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