teaching assistant London, England
LARA SEARCH
Full Time
London, England
15 - 11.25 GBP HOURLY Today
Job description
BSL Teaching Assistant for 'Outstanding' all through school in Wandsworth
Are you a skilled British Sign Language (BSL) practitioner looking for an exciting opportunity in a highly regarded all through school? Look no further! We are seeking a BSL Teaching Assistant to join our Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' all located in Wandsworth, South West London, starting in September.
About the Role:
As a BSL Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the development of children with hearing impairment in our school's vibrant SEND department. This is a long-term, full-time contract position, with working hours from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 support to three new students joining our school in September who require assistance with their hearing impairment.
- Utilize your BSL skills confidently as the primary form of communication with the students.
- Collaborate closely with the classroom teacher to ensure the smooth running of the class.
- Support and engage with students, inspiring them to make good and sustained progress.
- Establish strong relationships with students and staff, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Adapt to challenges and follow appropriate protocols to facilitate effective learning experiences.
Requirements:
- Hold a British Sign Language (B.S.L.) qualification, Level 1 or above.
- Possess experience working with children or young people with Special Educational Needs.
- Ability to relay B.S.L. from hearing-impaired students to non-signing students.
- Dedication, engagement, and inspiration in your approach to teaching.
- Commitment to ensuring pupils make significant and sustained progress.
- Passionate about transforming the lives of young people through education.
What We Offer:
- Small class sizes that promote a safe and supportive environment for both staff and students.
- A warm and inclusive community that values diversity and fosters collaboration.
- Excellent training opportunities and clear progression pathways.
- The chance to make a substantial social impact in the lives of our students.
- Ongoing support from a dedicated primary education specialist consultant.
If you are an enthusiastic and qualified BSL Teaching Assistant seeking to make a difference in the lives of students with hearing impairment, we want to hear from you! Interviews will be conducted this term, so don't miss this opportunity. Apply now to join our exceptional team at our outstanding school in Wandsworth, South West London.
If you are interested, then please contact Michael at Lara Search on 0203 983 5303
or email an up-to-date CV to [email protected] or reply to this advert!
About Lara Search :
LARA Search Education is a specialist team who exclusively recruits for the SEND sector within Mainstream Schools, Special Needs Schools, Alternative Provisions and Pupil Referral Units. We work with schools and alternative provisions across London and the Home Counties. We offer roles with some of the best schools in London. We understand how important it is to commit to the right role so we endeavour to make this process as smooth as possible. We work with you to find the role that suits you best.
LARA SEARCH
www.lara-search.com
London, United Kingdom
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