SEN TA - BSL

Protocol Education Limited; Leeds; In loco; GBP 19.000 - 23.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Weekly PAYE

CPD Academy access

Dedicated consultant

SEND opportunities

Easy local placements

Descrizione del lavoro

Protocol Education Limited is recruiting a BSL / Makaton Teaching Assistant to support deaf and hard of hearing students in a primary setting in Leeds LS17. This role focuses on enabling communication and participation across lessons.

You will work 1:1, in small groups, or with whole classes, using BSL or Makaton to help pupils access learning. The post offers ongoing training, a supportive team, and flexible opportunities across SEND and specialist settings.

Competenze

• Experience using BSL or Makaton is essential.
• Patient, positive approach and strong communication skills.
• Experience in SEND or support roles is a bonus, but not essential.
• Genuine care about making a difference in students' learning.

Mansioni

• Support students with hearing impairments in lessons and daily routines.
• Use BSL or Makaton to help pupils access learning and express themselves.
• Work closely with teachers and specialists in a well-supported department.
• Create a calm, inclusive environment where every student can thrive.

Conoscenze

BSL

Makaton

Communication skills

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Title: BSL / Makaton Teaching Assistant – Hearing Impaired Support
Location: Leeds (LS17)
Start Date: September Ongoing

Ever thought about how powerful communication really is?

In this specialist hearing impairment department, it's everything. From the smallest signed word to those lightbulb learning moments, you'll play a huge part in helping students feel seen, heard, and understood.

We're working with a fantastic primary school in LS17 looking for a Teaching Assistant who can communicate using BSL or Makaton to support deaf and hard of hearing students. Whether you thrive in 1:1 support, enjoy working with small groups, or feel right at home supporting a full class, there's a place for you here.

What your day might look like:

• Supporting students with hearing impairments in lessons and daily routines
• Using BSL or Makaton to help pupils access learning and express themselves
• Working closely with teachers and specialists in a well-supported department
• Creating a calm, inclusive environment where every student can thrive

What we’re looking for:

• Experience using BSL or Makaton (essential)
• A patient, positive approach and strong communication skills
• Experience in SEND or support roles is a bonus, but not essential
• Someone who genuinely cares about making a difference

Why this role stands out:

• A specialist setting with a strong, supportive team
• Flexible opportunities, from 1:1 to full classroom support
• The chance to build meaningful relationships and see real progress
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

What Protocol Education offers you:

• Weekly pay through PAYE, no umbrella companies
• FREE access to our online CPD Academy
• Personalised support from a dedicated consultant
• Opportunities across SEND and specialist settings
• Easy registration and local placements

You're not just supporting learning here, you're opening up a whole world of communication and confidence.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance 'Keeping Children Safe in Education', this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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