EYFS Teaching Assistant / Nursery Practitioner

Astro Education; Crewe; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free professional development

Temp-to-perm model

Regular check-ins

Job summary

Astro Education is recruiting Early Years Teaching Assistants, Nursery Assistants and Nursery Practitioners to support children aged 0–5 across Crewe and the surrounding area. You’ll help deliver play-based activities aligned with the EYFS curriculum and support learning through exploration.

Roles are available on a day-to-day, short-term, long-term and temp-to-perm basis with a focus on reliability, creativity and caring in warm schools and nurseries.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Childcare / Early Years Education.
• Experience working with children aged 0–5 (paid or voluntary).
• Nurturing, patient and positive approach.
• Understanding of the EYFS framework.
• DBS check on Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Responsibilities

• Support key children with their learning and development
• Set up safe, stimulating indoor and outdoor play environments
• Assist with observations and learning journals
• Build strong relationships with children, parents and carers
• Promote the health, safety and wellbeing of all children

Skills

Nurturing approach

Education

Level 2/3 Childcare / Early Years

Job description

Early Years Teaching Assistant / Nursery Practitioner - Crewe and Surrounding Areas

Location: Crewe, Cheshire East

Start Date: As soon as possible

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

Contract: Day-to-Day, Short Term, Long Term & Temp-to-Perm opportunities

Salary: £90 – £100 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)

Employer: Astro Education

About the Role

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

Astro Education is proud to be working in partnership with a number of warm, welcoming schools, nurseries and early years settings across Crewe and the surrounding area, who are looking for caring, creative and reliable EYFS Teaching Assistants, Nursery Assistants and Nursery Practitioners to join their teams immediately.

You’ll be supporting children aged 0–5 in a play-based environment, 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

What We’re Looking For

• Lebel 2 or 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)

About Astro Education

At Astro Education, we’re transforming how schools and early years settings connect with talented professionals.

Founded and led by experienced school leaders, we believe in ethical recruitment, transparency, and long-term support.

With us, you’re not just taking an assignment, you’re joining a community that values and supports you.

We offer:

• 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

Why Apply Through Astro?

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.

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