EYFS Teaching Assistant – January 2026 Start
Location: Shocklach, Cheshire West
Start Date: January 2026
Contract: Full Time
Pay: £90 – £100 per day
Working in Partnership with a Wonderful Cheshire Primary School Via Astro Education – Ethical. Transparent. School-Led Recruitment.
Astro Education is delighted to be working in partnership with a warm, nurturing and community-focused primary school in Shocklach, Cheshire to recruit a dedicated EYFS Teaching Assistant for a January 2026 start.
If you’re passionate about Early Years, love watching young children grow and develop, and want to work with an agency that genuinely values and supports its staff, this is the perfect opportunity.
Why Join This Lovely Cheshire School?
The school is known for its family-centred ethos, strong Christian values, and nurturing environment where every child is treated as an individual. You’ll be joining a close-knit team who put relationships, kindness and curiosity at the heart of learning.
This role is EYFS-focused, working closely with the class teacher and supporting the youngest learners as they take their first steps in education.
Why Work With Astro Education in Cheshire?
Astro does recruitment differently:
Ethical, transparent and school-led, no inflated fees or hidden costs
Led by a former Headteacher of 16 years, who understands schools AND staff
We put people before profit, always
You’re supported from the moment you apply until long after you start
We save schools thousands compared to traditional agencies, strengthening long-term partnerships
When you work with Astro, you join our extended family of teachers and support staff across Cheshire and beyond.
The Role
As an EYFS Teaching Assistant, you will:
* Support learning across the Early Years environment
* Assist with child-initiated and adult-led activities
* Promote children’s social, emotional and language development
* Work 1:1, in small groups and with the whole class
* Help create a safe, stimulating and engaging learning environment
* Support the teacher with observations, progress notes and evidence gathering
* Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families
* Contribute to the school’s warm, inclusive ethos every day
This is an ideal role for someone with a passion for Early Years, creativity, and a nurturing approach.
What We’re Looking For
* Experience supporting children in EYFS (school or nursery-based)
* A gentle, encouraging and proactive approach
* Good communication and team-working skills
* Ability to support learning through play, exploration and early literacy/number skills
* Someone who is patient, positive and genuinely invested in children’s wellbeing and development
Pay & Contract Details
* Start date: January 2026
* Pay:£90–£100 per day, depending on experience
* Contract: Term-time, long-term role
* Location: Shocklach, Cheshire West
* Full support throughout from Darren and the Astro team
* The opportunity for it to become permanent
* How to Apply (via Astro Education)
If you’re passionate about Early Years and want to work with an agency that values honesty, relationships and people, we’d love to hear from you