British Sign Language Learning Support Assistant

Reed; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education service provider in Rotherham seeks a BSL Learning Support Assistant to provide tailored support for Deaf learners. The role involves assisting in classroom activities and collaborating with teaching staff. Candidates should hold a Level 3 British Sign Language qualification and have experience in a Learning Support role. This is a permanent position with a competitive salary and additional benefits.

Benefits

Access to exclusive roles at leading FE colleges

1-2-1 support from a consultant

REED Discount Club

Health Cash Plan

Statutory Sick Pay

Training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in a Learning Support or Teaching Assistant role.
• Hold a Level 3 BSL qualification.
• Have an Enhanced DBS on the update service.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to Deaf learners using BSL.
• Assist in classroom activities and promote inclusive learning.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to meet individual learner needs.

Skills

British Sign Language

Collaboration

Learning Support

Education

Level 3 British Sign Language qualification

Job description

Overview

Job Title: BSL Learning Support Assistant

Location: Rotherham

Hours: 25 hours per week, term time only

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £23,971 FTE (£13,642.50 pro rata) + £6.59 per hour enhancement when carrying out BSL duties

The ideal candidate will:

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to Deaf learners using BSL
• Assist in classroom activities and promote inclusive learning
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to meet individual learner needs
• Have experience in a Learning Support or Teaching Assistant role
• Hold a Level 3 BSL qualification
• Have an Enhanced DBS on the update service (or be willing to obtain one)

Qualifications

• Minimum of Level 3 British Sign Language qualification

Benefits

• Access to exclusive roles at leading FE colleges and training providers
• 1-2-1 support from a specialist consultant, including CV advice and interview prep
• REED Discount Club and Health Cash Plan
• Statutory Sick Pay, Maternity/Paternity/Adoption Pay, and Parental Leave
• Training and development via REED Learning
• Eye test and spectacle vouchers