BSL Specialist Learning Support for Deaf Student

HANLEY CASTLE HIGH SCHOOL; The Hook; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Cycle to work

Free on-site parking

Westfield Health

Job summary

Hanley Castle High School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated one-to-one support for a deaf student with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The role emphasizes delivering tailored British Sign Language (BSL) support and close collaboration with teaching staff, the SENDCo and Deputy SENDCo to ensure full access to learning.

The ideal candidate will hold a Grade 2 BSL qualification (essential) and Level 2 English and Maths, or demonstrate strong literacy and

Qualifications

• Grade 2 British Sign Language qualification is essential.
• Level 2 English and Maths or strong literacy and numeracy.
• Ability to support a deaf student with an EHCP and use ICT for records.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated one-to-one support for a deaf student.
• Collaborate with SENDCo and teaching staff to enable full access to learning.
• Record progress and contribute to safeguarding and reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Organisation

Resilience

Behaviour management

Education

BSL Grade 2

English Level 2

Maths Level 2

Tools

ICT skills

Job description

Hanley Castle High School is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated one-to-one support for a deaf student with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The role emphasizes delivering tailored British Sign Language (BSL) support and close collaboration with teaching staff, the SENDCo and Deputy SENDCo to ensure full access to learning.

The ideal candidate will hold a Grade 2 BSL qualification (essential) and Level 2 English and Maths, or demonstrate strong literacy and