Early Years Practitioner

Astro Education; Congleton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Astro Education is recruiting an EYFS Practitioner to support Nursery and Reception across Congleton. This role runs during school hours, typically 8:30am 3:30pm, with flexible full-time or part-time placements.

You will assist with early learning and daily classroom activities, working closely with teachers to create a safe, nurturing environment. The position offers day-to-day and longer-term opportunities across local primary schools and early years settings, with a competitive daily rate

Qualifications

• Experience in an EYFS setting.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Nursery/Reception learning and activities.
• Collaborate with teachers to create a safe, engaging environment.

Skills

Childcare experience

Teamwork

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare/EY

Job description

EYFS Practitioner

Congleton Full-Time / Part-Time £95 £100 per day School Hours

Are you an experienced EYFS Practitioner looking for flexible work with the benefit of school hours?

Astro Education is recruiting EYFS Practitioners to support Nursery and Reception classes across Congleton. This is a great opportunity for those looking for a better work-life balance, with typical hours of 8:30am 3:30pm.

The Role

You’ll be supporting children in Nursery or Reception, helping with their learning, development and day-to-day classroom activities. You’ll work alongside teachers and school staff to create a safe, engaging and nurturing environment.

We have opportunities for:

• Full-time and part-time work
• Day-to-day and longer-term placements
• School hours of 8:30am 3:30pm
• £95 £100 per day, depending on experience
• Opportunities across local primary schools and early years settings

Requirements

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years preferred
• Experience working in an EYFS setting
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one

Why Astro Education?

We work closely with local schools and early years settings to provide flexible opportunities that suit your experience and availability. You’ll also have a dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placements.