BSL Teaching Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Hounslow; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is looking for a passionate Hearing Impaired Teaching Assistant to join their vibrant team. This role involves providing essential support to students with hearing impairments, ensuring they can access the curriculum effectively. You will work closely with teachers and external professionals, adapting learning materials and fostering an inclusive environment. The school values staff development and offers numerous professional growth opportunities, making it an exciting place to advance your career while making a significant impact on students' lives. Join us in creating a supportive and engaging learning atmosphere!

Qualifications

• Must possess appropriate qualifications and training for the role.
• Experience in supporting students with hearing impairment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students to access the curriculum tailored to their needs.
• Assist in implementing needs outlined in EHCPs and monitor progress.
• Promote inclusion and support students' independent learning.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Support for Students with Hearing Impairment

ICT Skills

Education

Relevant Qualifications for Teaching Assistants

Job description

Job Title: Hearing Impaired Teaching Assistant

We are seeking an enthusiastic Hearing Impaired Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated Hearing Impaired Unit as soon as possible. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and organizational skills and be able to support students in mainstream classes in a calm and professional manner. The position reports to the Head of the Centre of the Deaf.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Support identified students to access the curriculum effectively, tailored to their needs and understanding.
2. Assist in implementing needs outlined in EHCPs.
3. Provide classroom support to the teacher, maintaining an orderly and inclusive environment.
4. Promote the inclusion of all students.
5. Supervise and support students, fostering independent learning and group collaboration.
6. Assist students in developing skills in language, reading, writing, spelling, and mathematics.
7. Liaise with teachers and external professionals to support special programs or Inclusion Support Plans.
8. Monitor and report on student progress and contribute to the annual review of EHCPs.
9. Support students' ICT skills and the use of technology in learning activities.
10. Prepare and adapt learning materials to suit students' understanding levels.
11. Build positive relationships with parents/carers and provide feedback as guided by the teacher.
12. Assist with classroom preparations, students' physical needs, and promote positive behavior in line with the school’s policy.
13. Support students during school visits, trips, and extracurricular activities.
14. Participate in training and professional development opportunities.

About Our School:

Our school is a successful, vibrant, and happy environment where students have high aspirations and achieve well across a wide range of subjects. We highly value staff development and offer extensive professional growth opportunities. Our dedicated and enthusiastic staff are key to our success.

Additional Information:

Rate of pay depends on qualifications and experience. All applicants must have the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please refer to the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This position is temporary, with potential for permanency in the future.

Safeguarding and Application Process:

Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding children and all workers undergo safeguarding checks according to DfE guidance. This includes possible online searches as part of our due diligence. We offer free online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training. Candidates must have or undertake a valid enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.

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