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BSL Student Support Assistant

REF: SENPLOY/134374

EducationSEN Teaching Assistant Jobs

Sevenoaks, Kent

£100 per day

Temp to Perm, Full time

Desirable Skills

BSL, Moving and Handling

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Job description

Engage Education is currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant who is qualified in British Sign Language (BSL) Level 3 and above to work on a 1-2-1 basis with a hearing impaired pupil, at a school for children and young adults with physical disabilities and complex needs.

This particular candidate must be passionate and dedicated to the learning and development of pupils with additional needs, especially children with Hearing Impairment. The school is looking for someone to provide the best quality of teaching for their pupils in order to create a BSL friendly environment on a long-term basis. It is also vital for the school to find the most suitable candidate for their students to ensure that levels of attainment are being met accordingly.

The ideal applicant must have a minimum of a Level 3 in British Sign Language, however candidates with a lower level of qualification and a high level of experience in using British Sign Language will also be considered. We are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable individual who wants to make a difference and can support students with Hearing Impairment.

To be considered for this role you must have;

  • Level 3 in British Sign language

  • Must be able to drive and have a car

  • A passion and desire for working with Special Educational Needs

  • The ability to differentiate approaches to learning & provide dynamic teaching

Engage Education is a widely recognised, award-winning education recruitment company. We pride ourselves on the high levels of customer service and professional development that we offer our teachers and support staff. We:

  • Offer an excellent 'refer a friend' scheme that pays you £50 for each candidate you refer to us after they have worked and been paid for their first 10 days

  • Pay in line with the Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) meaning you will be paid equally to a permanent employee

  • Ensure that you will have your own dedicated consultant who will provide ongoing support and guidance

  • Give you access to a wide range of CPD training through our in-house team of experienced senior leaders

Do you feel you meet the criteria for this exciting opportunity? If so, please either apply below or contact Bailey Walton @ Engage Education SEND directly.

If you are not contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful in this role. However, we will keep your CV and continue to help you in your search for a job within education.

Engage Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

By applying for this role, you are consenting to Engage Education storing your personal details in our fully encrypted database, in line with the new GDPR requirements.

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