Apprentice Higher Level Support Assistant (Level 5) - Birdsedge First School

Organisation

Schools

Directorate

Primary Schools

Service Area

Birdsedge First School

Hours

Working 32.5 hours per week, Term time only.

Number of Jobs

1

Location(s)

Huddersfield and surrounding areas

Position type

Temporary

Length of contract

See Advert

Grade

Apprenticeship rate - £8.00 per hour for year 1

Salary

Apprenticeship rate - £8.00 per hour for year 1

Advert Wording

Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Birdsedge First School.

Birdsedge First School wishes to appoint a motivated, enthusiastic and committed individual to join our team as an Apprentice Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) starting in January 2027.

Do you have experience of and a passion for working with children with SEND and want to take the next step in your career?

Birdsedge is a small school, with a big heart where inclusion is central to everything we do. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate apprentice HLTA to work in our in house, resource provision for a small group of children with SEND. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who we hope can learn and grow with us and eventually be our permanent HLTA, leading the provision upon successful completion of apprenticeship.

We are looking for someone who has an understanding of PACE principles and can apply these to practice throughout the day. Someone who is flexible and fun and enthusiastic about creating a positive learning environment for children with more complex needs to thrive in.

The role will involve working in our provision space under the direction of a teacher and alongside other colleagues to plan and deliver personalised learning activities and experiences.

Visits to school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.

In this role you will:

• Plan,prepare and deliver learning activities for individuals, groups and whole classes
• Lead whole class sessions (e.g. PPA cover)
• Deliver targeted interventions and support pupil progress
• Support behaviour, inclusion and pupil wellbeing
• Work collaboratively with staff to ensure high-quality teaching and learning

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working as an Educational Support Assistant (or equivalent)
• Has an understanding of PACE principles
• Has strong literacy and numeracy skills
• Is confident supporting and leading learning activities
• Can work independently and use initiative
• Is flexible and able to adapt to different situations
• enthusiastic about working with children
• hardworking and able to work as part of a team
• Have strong communication skills, including the ability to engage children in conversation
• Show initiative, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn
• Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

What we can offer you

• A warm, welcoming and supportive school environment
• A structured Level 5 apprenticeship programme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Access to Trust-wide support and wellbeing services
• The opportunity to begin and develop a career in education
• Automatic enrolment into Local Government Pension Scheme
• Enhanced occupational benefits (such as maternity, adoption and parental leave)
• Automatic enrolment into our Employer Assistance Programme which gives you and your family members free access to Health and Wellbeing Services.

If you would like to find out more about the role, please contact the school office on 01484 605441 or email birdsedgeoffice@themast.co.uk

To apply and for further information please visit the Vacancies page at The Mast Academy Trust website Vacancies | The Mast Multi Academy Trust

Applications close 3rd December 2026 @ 9:00am

Start date 04th January 2027

Apprentice rate of pay: £8.00 per hour during the first year of the apprenticeship. Thereafter, pay will increase in line with the relevant age-related apprenticeship rate applicable at the time.

Working 32.5 hours per week, Term time only.

Closing date

03 December 2026, 9:00 AM