Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant (Year 5) – Crewe Area | September Start

Crewe Area | Full-Time | Long-Term Role
Pay: £90 – £105 per day (DOE)
Hours: 8:30am – 3:30pm | September Start – Full year contract

Supportive Village Primary School

Astro Education is working with a friendly village primary school near Crewe to recruit a Teaching Assistant for a Year 5 class.

This is a great opportunity to join a supportive and welcoming team, with a strong focus on pupil development and classroom support.

The Role

You will be supporting pupils within a Year 5 classroom, with a focus on lower ability learners.

• Supporting pupils within lessons
• Delivering small group interventions (including reading)
• Providing targeted support outside the classroom when required
• Helping pupils build confidence and progress academically

Why Work with Astro Education?

• Competitive daily rates up to £180 (higher rates available for long-term roles)
• Flexible work to suit your availability
• Opportunities for immediate starts and September placements
• 12-week temp-to-perm model – schools can offer permanent roles with no transfer fee
• Access to a wide network of local schools
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Quick and straightforward registration process

Requirements

• Experience working within a primary school setting
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to support lower ability pupils effectively
• Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

Apply Now

This is a long-term role starting in September. We are actively shortlisting, so early applications are encouraged.