Visual Impairment Teaching Assistant

Prospero Teaching; Bedford; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Visual Impairment Teaching Assistant to support pupils in Bedford and surrounding areas. You will work with students who have sight loss to help them access lessons and participate in class activities.

The role emphasises adapting resources for individual needs, promoting independence, and collaborating with teachers, SEND staff and specialists. Experience with Braille or specialist technology is beneficial but not essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or adults with visual impairments.
• Experience in school, specialist setting, care role or community-based support.
• Patient, reliable and able to build positive relationships.
• Understanding the importance of encouraging independence.
• Braille knowledge or specialist technology experience would be beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with visual impairments on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
• Helping pupils access lessons and take part in classroom activities.
• Preparing or adapting resources to meet individual needs.
• Supporting the use of enlarged print, accessible technology and other learning aids.
• Helping pupils navigate the school environment and develop confidence.
• Working alongside teachers, SEND staff and specialist professionals.

Skills

Patience

Reliability

Communication

VI experience

Job description

Visual Impairment Teaching Assistant - Bedford

Location: Bedford, Bedfordshire
Pay: £100 per day
Hours: School hours, Monday to Friday, term time only

Are you experienced in supporting people with sight loss or visual impairments? Would you like to use your skills to help children access education and develop their independence?

We are looking for a caring and adaptable Visual Impairment Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the Bedford area.

The right person will understand that every pupil's needs are different and will be confident adapting their approach to help children feel supported, included and able to take part.

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting pupils with visual impairments on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
• Helping pupils access lessons and take part in classroom activities.
• Preparing or adapting resources to meet individual needs.
• Supporting the use of enlarged print, accessible technology and other learning aids.
• Helping pupils navigate the school environment and develop confidence.
• Working alongside teachers, SEND staff and specialist professionals.

About you:

• You have experience supporting children or adults with visual impairments or sight loss.
• You may have worked in a school, specialist setting, care role or community-based support role.
• You are patient, reliable and able to build positive relationships.
• You understand the importance of encouraging independence.
• Braille knowledge or experience with specialist technology would be beneficial, but is not essential.