Visual Impairment Teaching Assistant — Enable Learning

Lift Schools; Tendring; Remote; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Lift Clacton is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant (Visual Impairment) to work with students, supporting access to curriculum and promoting independence. You will collaborate with teachers, SEND colleagues and specialists to implement strategies and adapt resources for VI learners.

The role involves using assistive technology, following professional guidance and contributing to a supportive, inclusive learning environment. Contact SV for informal discussions.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4 or equivalent, or willingness to work towards.
• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or willingness to work towards one.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a calm, patient approach.
• Ability to adapt learning resources for visual impairment.

Responsibilities

• Understand students' learning needs, including VI, and support access to lesson content.
• Adapt learning resources to meet VI needs (enlarged, tactile or digital materials).
• Support students in using assistive technology and accessibility tools.
• Follow programmes and guidance from teachers and specialist professionals.
• Promote independence, confidence and social inclusion in learners.
• Collaborate with teachers to support high-quality lessons and assessment.
• Deliver targeted interventions within agreed parameters.
• Support access to activities and environment with appropriate guidance.
• Build positive relationships and reinforce school expectations for behaviour.
• Support social, emotional and health needs as per academy procedures.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to staff.

Skills

GCSE Maths/English 4+

Level 3 TA qualification

Strong communication

Adapt resources for VI

Teamwork with teachers/SEND

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Tools

Assistive technology knowledge

Job description

Lift Clacton is seeking a caring Teaching Assistant (Visual Impairment) to work with students, supporting access to curriculum and promoting independence. You will collaborate with teachers, SEND colleagues and specialists to implement strategies and adapt resources for VI learners.

The role involves using assistive technology, following professional guidance and contributing to a supportive, inclusive learning environment. Contact SV for informal discussions.