British Sign Language (BSL) Teaching Assistant

Vida Education; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Vida Education is recruiting a BSL Teaching Assistant to work in a specialist Deaf Support provision at a good secondary school in Preston. The role involves supporting Deaf and hearing-impaired pupils in mainstream and specialist settings, helping them access learning and build confidence.

You will work 1:1 and in small groups, using BSL and Sign-Supported English, and collaborate with teachers and the SEND team to monitor progress and support EHCP targets.

Qualifications

• BSL Level 2 or above is required.
• Experience working with children or young people is essential.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Patient, supportive and confident approach is important.
• Experience supporting Deaf or hearing-impaired pupils or working in SEND settings is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Use BSL and Sign-Supported English to support communication.
• Help pupils access lessons and adapt learning resources as needed.
• Support pupils with hearing aids and assistive technology.
• Work closely with teachers and the SEND team.
• Support pupils with EHCP targets and monitor progress.

Skills

BSL Level 2 or above

Experience with children/young people

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patient and confident

Job description

BSL TEACHING ASSISTANT - PRESTON

Do you hold a British Sign Language (BSL) Level 2 qualification or above?

Vida Education is recruiting a BSL Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist Deaf Support provision at a 'Good' secondary school in Preston.

The successful candidate will support Deaf and hearing-impaired pupils in mainstream lessons and specialist settings, helping them access learning, communicate effectively and develop their confidence and independence.

THE ROLE

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Use BSL and Sign-Supported English to support communication.
• Help pupils access lessons and adapt learning resources where required.
• Support pupils with hearing aids and assistive technology.
• Work closely with teachers and the SEND team.
• Support pupils with EHCP targets and monitor progress.

ESSENTIAL

• BSL Level 2 or above.
• Experience working with children or young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, supportive and confident approach.

Experience supporting Deaf or hearing-impaired young people or working within a school/SEND setting would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive secondary school and make a real difference to pupils who require specialist communication support.

We offer:

• Excellent rates of pay in line with your experience and the requirements of the role.
• AWR compliant placements.
• Experienced and dedicated consultants who take pride in providing a high-quality service.
• Free CPD-accredited training, including Advanced Safeguarding, Child Protection and Prevent.

Vida Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. As an APSCo Compliance accredited agency, all applicants are subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. These checks include, but are not limited to, an Enhanced DBS check, qualification checks, references and confirmation of the right to work in the UK. Further information will be provided during the registration process.

Vida Education is an equal opportunities employer and operates as an employment business when providing temporary workers and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment.