BSL Teaching Assistant
BSL Teaching Assistant
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Job Description
Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a dedicated BSL (British Sign Language) Teaching Assistant to support students with hearing impairment/deafness. This role is based in a wonderful mainstream Secondary School based in Rayleigh Essex that has a provision for children who have hearing impairment/are deaf.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of BSL and experience working with children who are hearing impaired/deaf.
Responsibilities
BSL Teaching Assistants have the following responsibilities:
- Provide oneonone or small group support to students with hearing impairment.
- Assist the teacher in creating an inclusive and accessible learning environment.
- Facilitate communication between students and teachers using BSL or other communication tools such as Makaton.
- Work collaboratively with the educational team to ensure the learning environment is conducive to the needs of students with hearing impairment.
- Provide support during classroom activities ensuring that all students have equal access to educational materials and opportunities.
Qualifications
- You must have an enhanced DBS certificate (Child & Adult Workforce as the school has some 19 year old pupils) registered on the update service. If not you must be willing to pay for a new one 52.20.
- Proficiency in BSL (Level 3 or above).
- Experience working with individuals who have hearing impairment.
- Knowledge of Makaton is an advantage.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Hours & Pay
This is a fulltime position working hours of 8:30am to 3:30pm Monday to Friday (termtime only).
This is a temporary to permanent position. We offer a daily rate of 8595 per day (paid weekly: 425475 PAYE).
A permanent contract is available once you have completed at least 12 academic weeks (and subject to excellent performance).
Employment Type
Full-Time
