Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 3 Primary Resource Provision for Deaf Children and Young People

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Stourbridge; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority in Stourbridge is seeking a Specialist Teaching Assistant to support D/deaf children in a dedicated primary provision. The role involves delivering personalized education and communication methods tailored to each child's needs. Applicants should have experience in education and a passion for making a positive impact on young lives. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with educational professionals in a nurturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with D/deaf children and young people.
• Ability to deliver one-to-one and small-group support.
• Knowledge of tailored teaching methods.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored support for D/deaf pupils.
• Enhance language development and classroom communication.
• Collaborate with families and professionals for student success.

Skills

Communication approaches (oral or SSE/BSL)

Language development

Listening skills

Group support

Job description

Specialist Teaching Assistant Level 3 – Primary Resource Provision for Deaf Children and Young People

Location: Ashwood Park Primary

Contract: 32.5 hours/week (0.88 FTE)

Salary: Grade 6 + SEN Allowance

Are you ready to make a lasting impact in the lives of D/deaf children and young people?

We are offering an exciting opportunity to join our dedicated team as a Specialist Teaching Assistant working in Dudley’s Local Authority Enhanced Primary Provision for pupils with severe or profound D/deafness. The 20 place provision is located at Ashwood Park Primary and entrance to the provision is through the EHCP process. Pupils are fully included in mainstream education while benefiting from tailored teaching sessions and enhanced classroom communication support.

As part of our passionate team — which includes Qualified Teachers of the Deaf (QTODs) and Specialist Teaching Assistants — you'll deliver one-to-one and small-group support to nurture language development, listening skills, and access to the wider curriculum. Communication approaches, whether oral or SSE/BSL, are agreed in partnership with families to suit each child’s unique needs.

We work closely with NHS audiology, the Cochlear Implant Centre, and parents to ensure every child receives the best listening experience possible — backed by the latest hearing technology.

Ready to play a key role in a nurturing and specialist environment? Join us and help shape brighter futures for deaf pupils in Dudley.

For more information, contact Dawn Bevington at [e-mail] or call 01384 818009.

Workplace Attendance: Working in the office 3+ days a week (pro-rata) or Onsite full time.

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Attached Documents

• Specialsit Teaching Assistant Primary Provision 09 10 25.docx
• Employee Benefits List.pdf