Early Years Practitioner

Long Term Futures Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Level 3 Nursery Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school in Brent from September 2025. This full-time, long-term role involves supporting children aged 3-4 through play-based learning, focusing on speech and language development, and fostering emotional growth. Ideal candidates will hold a Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education and have a strong understanding of early childhood development.

Benefits

Weekly pay and a dedicated consultant

Access to regular CPD and training

Potential for permanent placement

Qualifications

• Experience in Nursery or Reception settings.
• Confident using EYFS observations and assessment tools.
• Positive, calm, and passionate about early intervention.

Responsibilities

• Supporting children aged 3-4 in line with the Early Years Framework.
• Delivering high-quality interactions to support speech and language.
• Acting as a key worker, contributing to observations and planning.

Skills

Understanding of child development

EYFS observations and assessment

Supporting emotional development

Education

Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education

Job description

Level 3 Nursery Teaching Assistant
Brent (NW10)
September 2025 Start Long-term, Full-time
95- 110 per day, dependent on experience
Commutable from Harlesden, Willesden Green, Kilburn, Neasden, Cricklewood, Wembley

Are you a qualified Level 3 Nursery Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting early development?

Long Term Futures are working with a vibrant and nurturing primary school in the heart of Brent who are seeking a dedicated Early Years professional to join their team from September 2025. This is a full-time, long-term position supporting within the Nursery class, although strong Reception specialists may also be considered.

The school's Early Years setting places an emphasis on learning through play, strong routine, and purposeful interaction. With a holistic approach to the Early Years Foundation Stage, they provide a warm and inclusive space where every child is known and valued.

The Role:

• Supporting children aged 3-4 in line with the Early Years Framework
• Delivering high-quality interactions to support speech and language
• Acting as a key worker, contributing to observations and planning
• Providing 1:1 support and small group instruction
• Promoting curiosity, independence, and emotional development
• Maintaining a safe, stimulating environment for child-led learning

Who We're Looking For:

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare or Early Years Education - essential
• Strong understanding of child development and early milestones
• Experience in Nursery or Reception settings
• Confident using EYFS observations and assessment tools
• Positive, calm, and passionate about early intervention

Why Work with Long Term Futures?

• Weekly pay and a dedicated consultant
• Long-term roles with genuine potential for permanent placement
• Access to regular CPD and early years-specific training
• Clear route into SEN, teaching, or leadership for the right candidates

Interested but not quite the right fit? Reach out to Hugh at Long Term Futures to hear about similar EYFS and Nursery roles across North West London.