Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant in Watford, East Of England

Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant | Full-Time Role | September 2025

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

About the Role - Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant

Are you a recent graduate looking to launch your career in education?
A thriving primary school in Watford is offering a fantastic opportunity for a Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant to join their Early Years Foundation Stage team.

This role is ideal for graduates who want to gain school-based experience before training as a teacher, educational psychologist, or SEN specialist. You will play a key part in helping young learners (ages 3–5) develop essential skills, build confidence, and enjoy their first years of school.

Your Main Duties - Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant

As part of the early years team, you will:

• Work with Nursery and Reception pupils across all areas of learning
• Provide 1:1 and small group support to children, including those with additional needs
• Encourage progress in phonics, early reading, writing, and number work
• Prepare creative learning resources and activities to engage pupils
• Support children’s wellbeing, behaviour, and social development
• Contribute to daily routines such as playtime and lunchtime supervision

Candidate Profile - Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant

The school is looking for a graduate who is:

• Educated to degree level (any subject, though backgrounds in Psychology, Education, Sociology, or related fields are highly valued)
• Enthusiastic about working with young children and supporting their growth
• Patient, caring, and able to build strong relationships with pupils and staff
• Interested in a future career in teaching, child psychology, or educational support
• Experienced in working with children (desirable but not essential)

What You’ll Gain - Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant

By joining this school as a Graduate Early Years Assistant, you will:

• Gain hands-on classroom experience with children in their foundation stage
• Work alongside a supportive team and experienced teachers
• Receive ongoing training and mentoring to help prepare you for PGCE, teacher training, or further study in 2026
• Be part of a welcoming, community-driven school that values creativity, inclusion, and play-based learning

How to Apply - Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant

If you are keen to start your journey in education this September, apply today with your CV via Indeed. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis — don’t miss out!

• Closing Date: 1st September 2025
• Interviews: Ongoing throughout the summer

Begin your career in education as a Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant in Watford this September.

INDEDU - Graduate Early Years Classroom Assistant

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