BSL Support Assistant for Deaf Learners — SEN School

Protocol Education Limited; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Protocol Education is seeking a caring BSL Support Assistant to work within a specialist SEND school in Gateshead. You will support deaf and hearing-impaired learners, translate and facilitate communication using BSL, and assist with classroom activities.

Experience with BSL or strong signing ability is essential, along with previous support, care or education experience. You will join a dedicated team and contribute to the social and emotional development of pupils, with safeguarding training

Qualifications

• BSL qualification or strong signing ability.
• Experience in support, care or education.
• Calm, patient and adaptable approach.

Responsibilities

• Supporting deaf and hearing-impaired learners throughout the school day.
• Translating and facilitating communication using BSL.
• Supporting classroom activities and interventions.
• Assisting with social and emotional development.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff.

Skills

BSL

Sign language

Education

BSL qualification

Job description

Protocol Education is seeking a caring BSL Support Assistant to work within a specialist SEND school in Gateshead. You will support deaf and hearing-impaired learners, translate and facilitate communication using BSL, and assist with classroom activities.

Experience with BSL or strong signing ability is essential, along with previous support, care or education experience. You will join a dedicated team and contribute to the social and emotional development of pupils, with safeguarding training