Early Years Teaching Assistant/ Early Years Practitioner

Early Years Teaching Assistant/ Early Years Practitioner Starting at £26,657 + Bonus & Benefits London, W12

The Role

Do you have experience of working with children? Are you looking to earn while you learn in a fun and rewarding career that shapes the lives of young children? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you.

As an Early Years Teaching Assistant / Early Years Practitioner, you will work closely with an Early Years Teacher and another Teaching Assistant to provide high-quality care and education for a small group of two- to four-year-olds. This is a hands-on role where no two days are the same. You will help create a safe, calm and engaging environment where children feel confident, curious and supported.

You will also have the opportunity to gain recognised early years qualifications while working, making this an ideal role if you want to grow your career in education.

Start date: 6th July 2026
Location: 45A Goldhawk Road, London, W12 8QP
Contract: Full time
Salary: Starting above London Living Wage, plus a generous bonus structure

If you are ready to take the next step as an Early Years Teaching Assistant / Early Years Practitioner, apply now and start building a rewarding career where your work truly makes a difference.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children s personal, social and emotional development.
• Help maintain a positive, predictable and safe learning environment.
• Assist with observations and assessments in line with the EYFS.
• Follow safeguarding, health and safety, and statutory guidance at all times.
• Work closely with colleagues on planning, learning activities and routines.
• Communicate clearly and sensitively with parents and carers.
• Support children with transitions and any additional needs.

The School

We are an Outstanding Ofsted rated (2025) West London preschool combining exceptional early years education and development with flexible, full-time care.

By building a positive foundation from a young age, our high-quality education helps each child become a learner for life. We are constantly developing our expertise using the latest research in early years learning. Two Hands champions inclusivity in the early years by reserving 1 in 5 places for children on bursary.

The Benefits

• 6 weeks holiday plus bank holidays where they fall on working days.
• A bonus structure of up to 15% of salary depending on preschool occupancy.
• A bespoke professional development package, including coaching, paid training days and funding to complete additional, relevant qualifications in Early Years.
• Childcare discount of 10% in the preschool.
• Emergency childcare on-site for children up to 7 years old.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and shared parental leave pay after two years continuous service.
• 5 days full sick pay and, depending on individual circumstances, this may be extended. + by an additional 5 days.
• Free daily breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, and drinks.
• Season pass loan and cycle to work scheme.

The Person

We are looking for an Early Years Teaching Assistant / Early Years Practitioner who:

• Has experience working with children under five.
• Holds GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths at grade 4/C or above.
• Understands the Early Years Foundation Stage framework.
• Communicates clearly with children, parents and colleagues.
• Works well as part of a team and remains calm under pressure.
• Takes pride in high standards and attention to detail.

Two Hands Preschool is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Two Hands Preschool is committed to diversity and equality in employment. In order to monitor the effectiveness of this, all applicants are asked to complete an Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form.