Learning Support Assistant (with British Sign Language 1)

Shorefields; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading school in Chelmsford is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their Resource Base for Deaf Students. This part-time role involves supporting teaching staff and students with additional needs, requiring British Sign Language Level 1. Candidates should possess a good general education and demonstrate patience and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• British Sign Language Level 1 required; Level 2 desirable.
• Ability to foster positive relationships.
• Experience working with deaf students or additional needs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching staff and deaf students across the curriculum.
• Assist students with various additional needs.
• Foster a positive learning environment.

Skills

Patience

Teamwork

Flexibility

British Sign Language

Education

Good general education

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (with British Sign Language 1)

Job Ref No. ECC4390-451S

Position Type: Teaching/Child Support

Pay Range: Actual salary £16,070 (pay award pending)

Position Start Date: 01/09/2025

Contract Type: Part-time

Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 12/06/2025 Midday

Date of Interviews: To be confirmed

Role Details

Scale 3, Point 5

Hours: 28 ¾ per week, Monday to Friday, 8.45am - 3.30pm

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated learning support assistant to join our Resource Base for Deaf Students. The role involves supporting teaching staff and deaf students, as well as students with various additional needs across the curriculum.

You should have a good general education, the ability to foster positive relationships, patience, and sensitivity. Flexibility and teamwork are essential. British Sign Language Level 1 is required; BSL Level 2 is desirable.

Closing Date: Midday 12 June 2025

Please apply using the school application form available for download and email it to [e-mail].

Interviews may be conducted on a rolling basis; early application is encouraged. Only fully completed application forms will be considered; CVs alone will not be accepted.

About the School

Great Baddow High School is a successful 11-18 school with excellent facilities. We offer a broad curriculum with enrichment activities, clubs, trips, and visits. Our goal is to support students academically and personally, with a strong focus on high expectations, discipline, and respect.

Our students often progress to our Sixth Form, engaging in various activities and benefiting from dedicated facilities. The school specializes in Science and Sport, providing high-quality education and enrichment opportunities, including STEM projects and sports excellence.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment procedures to ensure safeguarding.

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