Visual Impairment Teaching Assistant - Aylesbury

Prospero Teaching; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is seeking a Visual Impairment Teaching Assistant to support pupils in the Aylesbury area, offering tailored assistance to help them access lessons and participate confidently. You will work with school staff to provide adaptable, pupil-centered support, using enlarged materials and accessible tech where needed.

Experience with visual impairment is preferred; a patient, practical approach and strong communication are essential for helping learners develop independence and

Qualifications

• Experience supporting children or adults with visual impairments.
• Background in education, SEND, care or another relevant support role.
• A patient, practical and flexible approach.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Experience with Braille or visual impairment equipment, although not essential.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with visual impairments during lessons and activities.
• Helping pupils access learning materials in a suitable format.
• Using or assisting with enlarged resources, accessible technology and specialist equipment.
• Supporting pupils to move safely and confidently around the school.
• Encouraging communication, independence and participation.
• Working with teachers and other professionals to adapt support where needed.

Skills

Visual impairment experience

Excellent communication

Patience

Tools

Braille equipment familiarity

Job description

Visual Impairment Teaching Assistant - Aylesbury

Location: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Pay: £100 per day

Hours: School hours, Monday to Friday, term time only

Are you a Teaching Assistant or support worker with experience of visual impairment or sight loss?

We are looking for a dedicated Visual Impairment Teaching Assistant to support children and young people in the Aylesbury area. This is a rewarding opportunity to help pupils access their education, develop everyday skills and grow in confidence.

You will work alongside school staff to provide support that is tailored to each pupil, encouraging them to be as independent as possible.

Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils with visual impairments during lessons and activities.
• Helping pupils access learning materials in a suitable format.
• Using or assisting with enlarged resources, accessible technology and specialist equipment.
• Supporting pupils to move safely and confidently around the school.
• Encouraging communication, independence and participation.
• Working with teachers and other professionals to adapt support where needed.

Requirements

• Experience supporting children or adults with visual impairments.
• A background in education, SEND, care or another relevant support role.
• A patient, practical and flexible approach.
• Strong communication skills and a positive attitude.
• Experience with Braille or visual impairment equipment, although this is not essential.