Teaching Assistant Level 2/3 (with BSL level 3)

Salford Council; Salford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

St George’s CE Primary School is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2/3 to support a Year 2 deaf pupil. Responsibilities include teaching BSL, conducting English and Maths sessions, and collaborating with the Teacher of the Deaf. The position requires BSL Level 3 and experience with children, with a commitment to safeguarding through an Enhanced DBS check. Opportunities to enhance employability are also available.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children, especially with deaf children.
• Willingness to complete TA2 qualification if not already qualified.

Responsibilities

• Support a KS1 deaf pupil within a mainstream setting.
• Conduct one-to-one English and Maths sessions in a distraction-free area.
• Lead a daily BSL session for peers.

Skills

Communication

BSL (British Sign Language)

Support Skills

Education

BSL Level 3

TA2 qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 2/3 (with BSL Level 3), Salford

Job Details

• Client: St George’s CE Primary School
• Location: Salford, United Kingdom
• Job Category: Other
• EU work permit required: Yes
• Job Reference: f793e3757a8c
• Job Views: 9
• Posted: 22.06.2025
• Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description

Date Required: ASAP

St George’s CE Primary School Governors are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant (BSL Level 3 trained) to support a deaf child in Year 2 (from September 2025).

Main duties include:

• Supporting a KS1 deaf pupil within a mainstream setting.
• Teaching BSL to the deaf pupil and leading a 15-minute daily BSL session for peers.
• Conducting one-to-one English and Maths sessions in a distraction-free area.
• Liaising weekly with the Teacher of the Deaf.
• Supporting the pupil throughout their primary education.
• Willingness to complete TA2 qualification if not already qualified.
• Experience working with children and deaf children.

Note: We will not consider candidates requiring sponsorship for this position.

The school is committed to safeguarding and requires an Enhanced DBS check. Candidates with recent overseas residence or work experience should review the criminal record check guidance at https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants.

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