1-2-1 British Sign Language Teaching Assistant

Protocol Education Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational organization in North Leeds is seeking a BSL Child Support Worker to assist a hearing-impaired pupil. The role requires a Level 2 BSL qualification and experience in supporting young people with hearing impairments. You will support the pupil's daily school life, fostering independence and collaboration with teachers. This full-time position starts January 2025, offering competitive pay and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Weekly PAYE pay

Free access to CPD Academy

Dedicated local consultant

Roles matching your skills and values

Qualifications

• Level 2 BSL qualification is mandatory.
• Experience supporting young people with hearing impairments is required.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support a pupil with hearing impairment in lessons and daily activities.
• Help the pupil access learning and build independence.
• Work closely with teachers to tailor the learning experience.

Skills

British Sign Language (BSL)

Experience supporting young people with hearing impairments

Clear communication

Collaborative spirit

Flexible pupil-first approach

Education

Level 2 BSL qualification

Job description

Job Ad: BSL Child Support Worker – North Leeds

Job Title: BSL Child Support Worker (Level 2+) – January Start (or sooner)

Location: North Leeds

Pay: £100–£130 per day

Contract: Full-time, Term-time only

Start Date: January 2025 (or sooner if available)

Every child deserves to feel understood. You can help make that happen.

We’re looking for a British Sign Language (BSL) Child Support Worker (Level 2 or above) to work 1:1 with a hearing-impaired pupil in a friendly and inclusive secondary school in North Leeds this January—or sooner if you’re ready. If you’re passionate about breaking down communication barriers and giving pupils the confidence to thrive, this could be the perfect role for you.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting a pupil with a hearing impairment in lessons and daily school life
• Helping them access learning, build independence, and feel fully supported
• Working closely with teachers and support staff to make sure their learning experience is tailored and meaningful

Why this school?

This is a school where inclusion isn’t just a buzzword—it’s part of everyday life. The leadership team values their support staff, and you’ll be part of a team that celebrates collaboration, development, and genuine care for every pupil.

What we’re looking for:

• A Level 2 (or above) BSL qualification
• Experience supporting young people with hearing impairments
• Clear, calm communication and a collaborative spirit
• A flexible, pupil-first approach that adapts to individual needs

Bonus points if you’re Thrive trained! If not, no worries—we’ll give you free access to our online Thrive training to boost your toolkit and make you even more attractive to schools.

What you get with Protocol Education:

️ Weekly PAYE pay—no umbrella hassle
️ FREE access to our online CPD Academy
️ A local consultant who really gets to know you
️ Roles that match your skills and values

Ready to make your next move count? Apply now and let’s start your January with purpose.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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