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Higher Level Teaching Assistant Apprentice

Lift Meadstead · LIFT SCHOOLS
Location
Meadstead Drive
Postcode
S71 4JS
Salary
£20,525 a year
Duration
2 Years
Hours per week
32.5h
Positions available
1
Degree awarded
Specialist teaching assistant (level 5)
Start date
1 September 2026
Application deadline
26 June 2026
Posted
17 June 2026
Vacancy reference
2000037664
Disability Confident
✓ Yes

About the role

Our HLTA’s will:

  • Plan and deliver small group interventions and cover whole-class sessions when required
  • Support with assessment and observations to inform planning
  • Encourage children’s social and emotional development
  • Build strong relationships with families, supporting parental involvement
  • Line manage other TAs where appropriate

Working week

Monday - Friday, Shifts to be confirmed.

Skills

Communication skillsIT skillsTeam workingNon judgementalPatience

Required qualifications

Essential
Teaching Assistant Training · Education · Grade Level 3

Training & development

  • Typical programme duration: 18-24 months delivered through blended learning by expert Lift Schools trainers and leaders
  • Progress reviews every ten weeks involving the apprentice, line manager and trainer
  • End Point Assessment consists of an observation with questions and a professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence
Additional training
  • Career progression for Level 3 TAs and and TAs with significant experience who want to formalise their learning and gain a recognised qualification

Core Themes:

  • Advanced learning
  • Planning and assessment communication
  • Professionalism
  • Regulation and guidance
Future prospects

Suitable for aspiring teachers and SEND specialists

  • SEND pathway
  • Social emotional well-being pathway
  • Specialist curriculum pathway

Company benefits

  • Well-being cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Things to consider

Designed to equip colleagues with the skills to support learners across a range of educational settings, including primary and secondary schools, special schools, and further education institutions.

About Lift Meadstead

Who is Lift Schools? Lift Schools is made up of 59 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential. Our mission: 1. We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day. 2. With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives. 3. We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

Website
www.liftschools.org/apprenticeships
Contact name
Talent Team
Contact phone
02039475689
Contact email
recruitment@liftschools.org