Nursery Assistant / Nursery Practitioner (Full Time : Immediate Start) : Staffordshire : Stoke:on:Trent
Location: Stoke:on:Trent : Staffordshire
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Day:to:Day, Short Term, Long Term and Temp:to:Perm opportunities
Salary: GBP 90 : GBP 95 per day (depending on experience and qualifications)
Employer: Astro Education
About the Role
Are you passionate about early years 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 nurseries and early years settings across Stoke, who are looking for caring, creative and reliable Nursery Assistants and Nursery Practitioners to join their teams immediately.
Youll 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
Whether youre a qualified Nursery Practitioner, a Level 2/3 Childcare professional, or have experience in early years and are looking to grow your career, wed love to hear from you.
What Were Looking For
Level 2 or 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 for one)
About Astro Education
At Astro Education, were 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 .
When you join Astro, youre not just taking an assignment, youre 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 12:week temp:to:perm model, helping you secure permanent roles with confidence
Why Apply Through Astro?
Youll be fully supported by Darren Locke, our Recruitment and Educational Development Lead, who brings over 30 years of leadership experience in education. Darren and the team will ensure youre confident, happy, and thriving in your role.
Interested? Lets talk
Apply today or contact Darren Locke directly for an informal chat:
Astro Education : Recruiting and retaining great educators across Cheshire, Staffordshire and Stoke:on:Trent.