Level 2 bsl teaching assistant

Level 2 BSL Teaching Assistant – Gateshead (Full-Time, September Start) Do you have Level 2 British Sign Language (BSL) skills and a passion for supporting young people to thrive in education? Protocol Education is recruiting a dedicated Level 2 BSL Teaching Assistant to work across specialist and mainstream educational settings in the Gateshead area from September 2025 . This rewarding full-time role involves supporting learners with hearing impairments and communication needs, helping them access learning, develop independence, and build confidence in the classroom. Please note: Due to the nature of the role, candidates must hold a full UK driving licence and have access to a vehicle , as travel between multiple sites across Gateshead is required. Why work with Protocol Education? Full-time role with a September start Weekly PAYE pay Free CPD and specialist training opportunities Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement Long-term and permanent opportunities available Supportive and inclusive educational environments Key Responsibilities Support learners using British Sign Language (BSL) Facilitate effective communication between students, staff, and peers Adapt support to meet individual learning and communication needs Promote independence, confidence, and engagement in learning Work collaboratively with teaching staff and specialist professionals Travel between educational settings within the Gateshead area as required Skills & Experience Level 2 BSL qualification (or equivalent experience) Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Patient, adaptable, and supportive approach Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Ability to travel between sites across Gateshead Apply today and play a vital role in helping learners overcome barriers to education and achieve their full potential. 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.