Apprentice Level Teaching Assistant; Level 5; BFSAHLTA

Apprentice Higher Level Teaching Assistant (Level
5) (BFSAHLTA
0626)

Contract: Fixed term apprenticeship

Closing date for applications:6 July 2026, 9.00am

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 September 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Educational Support Assistant who is ready to take the next step in their career, gaining valuable experience while working towards a Level 5 apprenticeship qualification.

You will play a key role in supporting teaching and learning, working with individuals, small groups and, where appropriate, leading whole class sessions under the direction of teaching staff.

Birdsedge First School is part of The Mast Academy Trust, a collaborative community of schools where strong relationships, shared values and a commitment to excellence underpin everything we do.

We are a welcoming and inclusive school, where staff work together to ensure all pupils feel supported, valued and able to achieve their full potential.

• 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

• Has experience working as an Educational Support Assistant (or equivalent)
• 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

• 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.

The Mast Academy Trust’s aim is to attract people from diverse backgrounds to build on our inclusive culture and represent the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

We are committed to inclusivity and will consider requests for flexible working including part time and job share arrangements, where the role allows.