BSL Learning Support Assistant Level 2 or Level 3 Contract Full Time

Philosophy Education, Ltd.; Greenwich; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Philosophy Education, Ltd. are recruiting a Learning Support Assistant for Greenwich Secondary School to support pupils with hearing impairments in a specialist unit.

You will work with 11–18 year olds, translating spoken language into BSL where needed and ensuring accessible materials. A Level 2/3 in BSL is desirable; strong English skills are required for adapting materials.

Qualifications

• BSL Level 2 or Level 3 desirable.
• Makaton knowledge is an advantage to support deaf pupils.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with hearing impairments in a specialist unit.
• Assist across 11–18 year olds in mainstream classrooms as needed.
• Translate spoken language into BSL accurately for pupils.

Skills

BSL experience

Makaton knowledge

Strong English skills

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 qualification

Job description

• BSL Learning Support Assistant
• Minimum of Level 2 or Level 3 Qualified
• Full-time (Mon – Fri)
• Greenwich Secondary School
• Immediate Start

A dynamic and forward thinking secondary school are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to support pupils with hearing impairments in their specialist unit.

The Role

In this role you will supporting 11 – 18 year old pupils who have a range of hearing needs across the school. The school are ideally looking for a learning support assistant who holds a BSL qualification (level 2 desirable) and a knowledge of Makaton as you will be required totranslate spoken language into BSL competently within a mainstream classroom.

You will be required every day (Mon – Fri) but hours are to be confirmed.

The school

This comprehensive secondary school is based in Greenwich and caters to students aged 11 to 18 and has a specialist deaf provision. The school offers a broad and balanced curriculum, where established core subject teaching is supported by a culturally rich arts and sports subjects. There is a strong devotion to the values of mutual respect and tolerance within a community that reflects and celebrates the social diversity of London. There is a dedicated and experienced leadership team in place at the school and there are good opportunities for professional development for all staff.

To apply you must have:

• BSL / Makaton experience (BSL Level 2 or Level 3 is desirable)
• Have strong English skills, be able to adapt spoken and written English to make materials accessible for Deaf students.