Communication Support Teaching Assistant

Brackenberry Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Brackenberry Limited in Coventry seeks a Communication Support Teaching Assistant for a 1-month contract, term-time only, to cover sick leave. The role requires BSL Level 2 or equivalent and experience supporting deaf or hearing-impaired pupils with SEN.

You will provide classroom support and adapt explanations to individual needs using BSL to facilitate learning. Additional SEN experience and BSL Level 1 may be considered; GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or equivalent are required.

Qualifications

• BSL Level 2 qualification or equivalent is required.
• SEN experience supporting deaf or hearing-impaired pupils is desirable.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/Level 4 or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom support to deaf and hearing-impaired pupils within the Hearing Resource Base.
• Support pupils in accessing and understanding lessons by adapting explanations and learning materials to their individual needs.
• Use British Sign Language (BSL) to communicate with pupils and support their understanding of classroom activities.
• Listen to lesson delivery and interpret or communicate key information to pupils to facilitate learning.
• Help pupils engage with classroom activities and develop their learning, understanding and communication skills.
• Provide appropriate support to pupils with hearing impairments and additional Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• BSL Level 2 qualification or equivalent is required.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/Level 4 or equivalent.

Skills

BSL Level 2

SEN experience

Excellent literacy

Numeracy skills

Communication skills

Education

GCSE English and Maths Grade C/Level 4

Job description

We are working closely alongside a Local Authority in Coventry to assist with the appointment of a Communication Support Teaching Assistant, on a 1-month contract, highly likely to be extended at clients discretion. The Communication Support Teaching Assistant role is initially to cover sick leave and is offered on a term-time-only basis. The ideal candidate will have British Sign Language (BSL) Level 2 or equivalent, alongside experience supporting deaf or hearing-impaired children or pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN).

Responsibilities:

• Provide classroom support to deaf and hearing-impaired pupils within the Hearing Resource Base.
• Support pupils in accessing and understanding lessons by adapting explanations and learning materials to their individual needs.
• Use British Sign Language (BSL) to communicate with pupils and support their understanding of classroom activities.
• Listen to lesson delivery and interpret or communicate key information to pupils to facilitate learning.
• Help pupils engage with classroom activities and develop their learning, understanding and communication skills.
• Provide appropriate support to pupils with hearing impairments and additional Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• British Sign Language (BSL) Level 2 qualification or equivalent is required.
• GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/Level 4 or equivalent.

Essentials:

• Candidates with SEN experience and BSL Level 1 may be considered, particularly those with substantial experience supporting children with communication or language needs.
• Excellent literacy and numeracy skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively and support pupils' individual learning needs.
• Candidates must already have the necessary BSL skills, as the Sensory Team cannot provide BSL training for supply staff.