Assistant Teacher for Visually & Hearing-Impaired Students

Learning Without Limits Academy Trust; Leicester Forest East; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Babington Academy in Leicester seeks a caring Assistant Teacher to support visually impaired and hearing impaired students. You will work with the class teacher to provide inclusive, safe, and supportive learning experiences, removing barriers to academic and social progress.

The role involves 30 hours per week across 39 weeks per year, with a permanent contract. Experience with SEN and Braille is advantageous, and strong communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience with visually impaired/hearing impaired students or SEN is an advantage.
• Knowledge of Braille and assistive technology is preferred.
• Good communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, patience, empathy and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Assist visually impaired/hearing impaired students with classroom activities and learning tasks.
• Support students in reading, writing and accessing learning materials in suitable formats, including Braille.
• Help prepare and adapt teaching and learning resources to meet individual needs.
• Provide guidance and support with classroom movement and daily school routines.
• Encourage students' independence, confidence and social interaction.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, parents and other support staff.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive and welcoming classroom environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Patience

Empathy

Commitment

Tools

Braille

Assistive technology

Job description

Babington Academy in Leicester seeks a caring Assistant Teacher to support visually impaired and hearing impaired students. You will work with the class teacher to provide inclusive, safe, and supportive learning experiences, removing barriers to academic and social progress.

The role involves 30 hours per week across 39 weeks per year, with a permanent contract. Experience with SEN and Braille is advantageous, and strong communication is essential.