Education Support Apprentice — Level 3 Path in Schools

The Mast; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 9,100 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

Birdsedge First School invites applications for an Apprentice Educational Support Assistant. This fixed-term apprenticeship offers an entry route into education, earning £8.00 per hour in year 1 while working towards a Level 3 qualification.

You will support groups of children with a range of needs, work closely with teaching staff to help pupils access learning and build confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Interview date: 19 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Kind, patient and enthusiastic about working with children.
• Reliable, hardworking and able to work as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills to engage children in conversation.
• Show initiative and willingness to learn.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support groups of children with a range of needs.
• Work closely with teaching staff to help pupils access learning and develop confidence.

Skills

Kind and patient

Strong communication

Reliable team player

Willingness to learn

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Level 3 apprenticeship qualification

Job description

Birdsedge First School invites applications for an Apprentice Educational Support Assistant. This fixed-term apprenticeship offers an entry route into education, earning £8.00 per hour in year 1 while working towards a Level 3 qualification.

You will support groups of children with a range of needs, work closely with teaching staff to help pupils access learning and build confidence in a supportive, inclusive environment. Interview date: 19 October 2026.