BSL Teaching Assistant: Empower Deaf Learners in Secondary

Vida Education; Preston; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent pay rates

AWR compliant placements

CPD training

Job summary

Vida Education is recruiting a BSL Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist Deaf Support provision at a good secondary school in Preston. The successful candidate will support Deaf and hearing-impaired pupils in mainstream lessons and specialist settings, helping them access learning, communicate effectively and develop their confidence and independence.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, BSL/Sign-Supported English communication, helping pupils access lessons, supporting

Qualifications

• BSL Level 2 or above.
• Experience working with children or young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, supportive and confident approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support.
• Use BSL and Sign-Supported English to support communication.
• Help pupils access lessons and adapt learning resources where required.
• Support pupils with hearing aids and assistive technology.
• Work closely with teachers and the SEND team.
• Support pupils with EHCP targets and monitor progress.

Skills

BSL Level 2+

Experience with children

Communication skills

Patient & supportive

Job description

Vida Education is recruiting a BSL Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist Deaf Support provision at a good secondary school in Preston. The successful candidate will support Deaf and hearing-impaired pupils in mainstream lessons and specialist settings, helping them access learning, communicate effectively and develop their confidence and independence.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, BSL/Sign-Supported English communication, helping pupils access lessons, supporting