TA/ Communication Support using Sign Language

Job Title: TA/ Communication Support using Sign Language

Location: Bournemouth

Salary: £13- £14 per hour

Start date: June 2024

Hours: Full-time Monday-Friday 8:30-15:30 (term-time only)

Contract: Fixed-term until the end of the next academic year

Do you hold a British Sign Language (BSL) qualification and are now seeking a role where you can implement your skills and experience? Do you have a passion for communication and supporting young people? If so, this could be the job you are looking for!

GSL Education are currently recruiting a 1:1 Teaching Assistant who can communicate effectively using sign language. The role consists of supporting a pupil 1:1 using clear spoken English and BSL, so that they can access the content of the lesson and engage in the learning alongside their peers. The ideal candidate would hold a Level 3 in British Sign Language, however if you have a wealth of experience communicating using sign language without this qualification you could still be considered for the role. Passion, commitment, and patience are key characteristics we are looking for!

The role will commence the first week of June 2024 and will be a fixed-term position up until the end of the next academic year initially.

Role of TA/ Communication Support:

Supporting the Class Teacher in providing high-quality education for the pupil
1:1 support and provision for a predominantly deaf child
Contribute to making effective and tailored resources to help support the child with their learning and communication
The ideal candidate will:

Have lots of patience, be proactive and dedicated!
Have experience communicating in sign language, Makaton or other non-verbal forms of communication with children
A strong ability to develop relationships and rapport with pupils
If you have the skills, experiences and qualifications needed for this role, we would love to hear from you and discuss this role with you further! Please apply with your CV and we will be in touch with you to discuss next steps!

To work with GSL Education, you should:

Have the right to work in the UK.
Have an up-to-date CV with two relevant references from within the last 2 years.
Have a DBS registered to the update service or be happy to apply for one with GSL Education

Here at GSL Education, we offer competitive pay rates, bespoke service and dedicated Consultants who will support you in securing your new role. Whether you are at the start of your career or are looking for a more manageable work-life balance, rest assured we are here for you. As experienced Education Recruiters, we have helped hundreds of Candidates gain the relevant experience and training required to become Specialist Support Staff, Newly Qualified Teachers, Fully Qualified Teachers, Education Psychologists and even gain Senior Leadership appointments. 

Please be advised that this role requires strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information about any of the positions mentioned above, please contact Susie Beveridge at GSL Education as soon as possible. To work with GSL Education, please apply via the application link or visit (url removed) to apply online.

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