Scholes Junior & Infant School – Apprentice Educational Support Assistant (Level 3) x2

Company: Kirklees Council
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Location: Scholes
Job Description:

Apprentice Educational Support Assistant (Level 3)

Scholes Junior & Infant School wishes to appoint two kind, caring and hardworking individuals to join our committed school team as Apprentice Educational Support Assistants, starting in September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to begin a career in education, gaining valuable experience while working towards a Level 3 apprenticeship qualification.

You will support groups of children with a range of needs, working closely with teaching staff to help pupils access learning and develop confidence in a supportive and inclusive environment.

About our school

Scholes Junior & Infant School is a welcoming and inclusive school where staff, parents and children work together to achieve the very best outcomes.

We are proud of our strong sense of community and our commitment to ensuring every child feels valued, supported and able to succeed. We want our children to develop a love of learning and grow into confident, respectful and creative individuals.

We are therefore looking for team members who share this vision and are passionate about supporting children to thrive.

What we are looking for

  • Are kind, patient and enthusiastic about working with children
  • Are reliable, 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 3 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 682190 or email scholesoffice@themast.co.uk.

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Posted: July 6th, 2026