Early Years Teaching Assistant

Early Years Teaching Assistant – Crewe, Cheshire East – Immediate Start

Location: Crewe, CW1 3PY

Start Date: Immediately

Work Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Contract: Long Term until the end of July and possibly beyond

Salary: £90 - £95 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Employer: Astro Education

Are you passionate about early years education and giving children the very best start in life?

Astro Education is proud to be working in partnership with a wonderful primary school in Crewe, who are looking for a caring, creative and reliable EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their team immediately.

You’ll be supporting children in a Reception classroom helping to plan and deliver engaging activities that support the EYFS curriculum and encourage learning through exploration.

Your role may include:

• Supporting key children with their learning and development
• Setting up safe, stimulating indoor and outdoor play environments
• Assisting with observations and learning journals
• Building strong relationships with children, parents and carers
• Promoting the health, safety and wellbeing of all children

Whether you’re a Early Years Teaching Assistant, a Level 3 Childcare professional, or have experience in EYFS and are looking to grow your career, we’d love to hear from you.

• Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education
• Experience working with children aged 0‑5 (paid or voluntary)
• A nurturing, patient and positive approach
• An understanding of the EYFS framework
• DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

• Regular check‑ins and feedback from our team
• Free professional development and mentoring
• Long‑term partnerships with trusted nurseries and schools
• Our "temp‑to‑perm" model, helps you secure permanent roles with confidence

You’ll be fully supported by Darren Locke, our Recruitment & Educational Development Lead, who brings over 30 years of leadership experience in education. Darren and the team will ensure you’re confident, happy, and thriving in your role.

Apply today or contact Darren Locke directly for an informal chat.

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