Early Years Teaching Assistant – Crewe

About the role

Astro Education is partnering with a primary school in Crewe to recruit a caring Early Years Teaching Assistant for the Reception class. You will help deliver engaging EYFS activities and support children’s first steps in formal education.

Key responsibilities

• Support children in a Reception classroom, planning and delivering EYFS‑aligned activities.
• Assist key children with their learning and development.
• Set up safe, stimulating indoor and outdoor play environments.
• Help with observations, learning journals and progress tracking.
• Build strong relationships with children, parents and carers.
• Promote health, safety and wellbeing for all children.

Required profile

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

Required skills

What we offer

• Regular check‑ins and feedback from the recruitment team.
• Free professional development and mentoring.
• Long‑term partnerships with trusted nurseries and schools.
• Potential to move from temporary to permanent placement.