Teaching Assistant - Worcester, United Kingdom - Smart Education

Smart Education

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Worcester, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Teaching Assistant (BSL Trained)

Do you have experience supporting pupils using BSL?

Would you enjoy a new opportunity working within a wonderful Primary School?

Our school is a vibrant and inclusive primary school dedicated to providing high-quality education and support to our diverse student body.

We believe in nurturing individual talents and creating an environment where every child can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The school being catholic, offer all children the opportunity to grow as young people and encourage them to develop a closer relationship with God, in an atmosphere of mutual love and respect.

The teaching assistant will provide one-on-one support to a Year 5 pupil, assisting with communication and understanding using British Sign Language.

You will collaborate with the class teacher to adapt lesson materials and activities to meet the individual needs of the pupil, and facilitate the pupil's integration into group activities, ensuring they are fully included and supported.

You will be required to monitor the pupil's progress and provide feedback to the class teacher and SENCO (Special Educational Needs Coordinator) as needed.

Overall, you need to foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment where all students feel valued and respected.

Fluent in British Sign Language (BSL), with relevant training and certification.
Experience working with children, preferably within a SEN/ Mainstream school setting.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Patience, empathy, and a passion for supporting children with diverse needs.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of the pupil and the school.
Ability to observe and assess progress and areas of improvement using the National Curriculum.

Requirements:

Level 2 British Sign Language trained/ or equivalent
this is essential
DBS on the update service or issued in the last 12 months.
6+ months experience supporting BSL student.
Safeguarding trained (we offer free CPD)
Prevent trained (we offer free CPD)
FGM trained (we offer free CPD)

Job Title:
Teaching Assistant - BSL Trained

Location:
Worcester, West Midlands, United Kingdom

Hours:
Full Time, Monday to Friday, 8:30 - 3:30

Start Date:
As soon as possible

Qualifications Required:
Level 3

Salary:
£ £86.91 per day

Interview Dates:
As soon as Possible

Contact:
Sarah S at Smart Education

SMART Education recruits into Teaching Jobs in Birmingham and across the West Midlands, and into home Tutor jobs across the UK.

Pay:
£80.91-£86.91 per day

Benefits: