Full-time bsl teaching assistant (level 2)

Full-Time BSL Teaching Assistant (Level 2) – Gateshead | September 2026 Looking to develop your career within SEND education? Protocol Education is working with schools across Gateshead to recruit a Level 2 BSL Teaching Assistant for a full-time role starting in September. This position offers the opportunity to work with learners who require specialist communication support, helping them access the curriculum and achieve positive outcomes. Key Duties Deliver support using British Sign Language Facilitate communication within the classroom Promote learner independence and self-confidence Support educational and personal development goals Travel between multiple educational sites throughout Gateshead Essential Criteria Level 2 BSL qualification Full UK driving licence and own vehicle Strong communication and organisational skills Passion for supporting children and young people What We Offer Weekly PAYE pay Ongoing CPD opportunities Dedicated consultant guidance Access to long-term and permanent opportunities If you're ready for a rewarding new challenge this September, we'd love to hear from you. All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date. Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please see visit the Protocol Education website.