BSL Level 6 Teaching Assistant – Hearing Impairment Support

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Teaching Assistant with BSL Level 6 qualification to provide dedicated 1:1 support for a student with hearing difficulties within a secondary school in St Helens.

This is a rewarding long-term opportunity for a specialist practitioner who is passionate about supporting young people with communication needs and ensuring they can fully access learning, social opportunities, and school life.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide specialist communication support for a student with hearing impairment throughout the school day.

* Interpret and facilitate communication using British Sign Language (BSL) at an advanced level.

* Support the student in accessing the curriculum across a range of subjects.

* Work closely with teaching staff, SENDCO, external professionals, and the student's family to ensure effective support strategies are in place.

* Adapt learning materials and communication methods to meet the student's individual needs.

* Promote independence, confidence, and inclusion within the classroom and wider school environment.

* Monitor progress and contribute to reviews and support plans.

Essential Requirements

* BSL Level 6 qualification (essential).

* Extensive experience supporting children or young people with hearing impairments.

* Expert knowledge of communication needs and inclusive educational practices.

* Experience working within a secondary school or educational setting.

* Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

* Ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider SEND team.

* Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

Desirable

* Experience supporting students with additional SEND needs.

* Knowledge of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).

* Previous experience working alongside Teachers of the Deaf and other specialist professionals.

What We Offer

* A supportive and welcoming secondary school environment.

* The opportunity to make a significant impact on a young person's educational journey.

* Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment team.

* Competitive rates of pay.

* Long-term stability within a rewarding specialist role.

If you are a qualified BSL Level 6 Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting young people with hearing impairments, we would love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed