Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

Astro Education in Nantwich is seeking flexible Teaching Assistants to support local primary schools across EYFS, KS1 and KS2. Roles include day-to-day and longer-term placements with opportunities to fit your availability and experience.

Roles offer pay of £95–£100 per day (DOE) and standard school hours (approximately 8:30am–3:30pm). Available as full-time or part-time positions, with weekly PAYE and a straightforward registration process.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Caring, patient and enthusiastic approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Reliable and adaptable.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
• Assisting with classroom activities and learning.
• Supporting individual pupils or small groups.
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence.
• Supporting children with additional needs where required.
• Working closely with teachers and school staff.

Skills

Childcare exp

Communication

Teamwork

Reliability

Patience

Education

TA qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant – Nantwich | Immediate & Long-Term Opportunities

Nantwich, Cheshire | Full-Time / Part-Time | Day-to-Day & Long-Term Roles

Pay: £95–£100 per day (DOE)

Hours: 8:30am–3:30pm | Weekly PAYE Pay

Immediate Demand from Local Schools

Are you a Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work, school hours or a longer-term opportunity?

Astro Education is working with a range of primary schools across Nantwich and the surrounding areas, with demand for enthusiastic and experienced Teaching Assistants for immediate and longer-term positions.

Opportunities are available across EYFS, KS1 and KS2, with the flexibility to choose work that suits your availability and experience.

Why Work with Astro Education?

• £95–£100 per day, depending on experience and role
• School hours – typically 8:30am–3:30pm
• Full-time and part-time opportunities
• Day-to-day and longer-term work
• Opportunities across local primary schools
• Potential for longer-term and permanent positions
• Dedicated consultant support
• Weekly PAYE pay
• Fast, straightforward registration process

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you may be supporting pupils with their learning and development, working alongside teachers and helping to create a positive classroom environment.

Roles may include:

• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 or KS2
• Assisting with classroom activities and learning
• Supporting individual pupils or small groups
• Helping pupils develop confidence and independence
• Supporting children with additional needs where required
• Working closely with teachers and school staff

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children in a school or similar setting
• A caring, patient and enthusiastic approach
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• Reliable and adaptable
• Relevant TA or education qualification preferred but not essential
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
• Right to work in the UK

Locations Covered

Nantwich, Crewe, Sandbach, Alsager, Haslington, Middlewich, Winsford, Northwich, and surrounding areas.