BSL Teaching Assistant

i-teachers; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization seeks an enthusiastic BSL Teaching Assistant to join a primary school in Leeds. This full-time position offers invaluable experience supporting a child with hearing difficulties, allowing you to make a meaningful difference from the start. Candidates must hold a minimum 2:2 degree and have relevant experience or qualifications in British Sign Language (BSL).

Benefits

Paid invaluable school-based experience

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with hearing difficulties.
• BSL qualification or relevant experience is essential.
• Genuine passion for education.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support to a pupil who is hard of hearing.
• Work closely with class teachers to facilitate learning.
• Support the child's academic and personal progression.

Skills

Compassion

Patience

Communication

Education

Minimum 2:2 degree

Job description

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We are looking for an enthusiastic BSL Teaching Assistant to join one of our lovely primary schools in Leeds. As a 1:1 Teaching Assistant, you will act as a Key Worker for a particular child.

Are you an enthusiastic, compassionate, and patient graduate looking for a rewarding role in education?

Do you have experience supporting people who are deaf or struggle with hearing?

Would you love to make a difference to child’s life and experience of education?

BSL Teaching Assistant – The Role

• Work closely with a pupil who is hard of hearing
• Inspiring role where you can start making a difference from day one
• Paid, invaluable school-based experience
• Support class teachers by providing 1:1 support
• Full time role, Monday to Friday
• Paid £450 £550 take home pay per week, term time only

The School

• Based in Leeds
• Supportive and passionate teaching and support staff
• Focus on creating a school in which every child thrives, academically and socially
• Children’s personal progression and well-being at the forefront of the school’s mission
• Inspiring and dedicated teachers

BSL Teaching Assistant – Person Specification

• Minimum 2:2 degree
• Experience supporting people with difficulty hearing
• BSL qualification or experience is essential
• A genuine passion for education