Reception Teaching Assistant – Long-Term Role Location: Middlewich Hours: Full-time Duration: Potentially long-term Astro Education is looking for a caring, confident and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support a Reception class at a primary school in the Middlewich area. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) who enjoys helping young children develop, learn and thrive. The role will involve: * Supporting learning and development within the Reception classroom. * Helping deliver the EYFS curriculum through play-based learning and continuous provision. * Supporting children with SEND and confidently managing behaviour when pupils become dysregulated. * Taking an active role in outdoor learning, working outside in all weather conditions. * Creating a safe, positive and engaging learning environment for all pupils. The ideal candidate will: * Have experience working within EYFS or a Reception setting. * Have a good understanding of SEND and strategies to support children's individual needs. * Be confident, patient and proactive when managing challenging behaviour. * Be happy to get involved in outdoor learning whatever the weather. * Have a genuine passion for helping young children develop. What's on offer? * Weekly PAYE pay. * Local school placement. * long-term * Ongoing support from Astro Education. If you're an experienced Early Years Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today by getting in touch with Josh at Astro Education