We're working with a specialist provision in Sunderland that is seeking a full-time Deaf Support Teaching Assistant to join their team from September.

This setting is committed to providing high-quality support for pupils with hearing impairments, ensuring they can fully access learning and participate in all aspects of school life.

We're looking for an empathetic and dedicated individual who can provide excellent communication support and build positive relationships with pupils.

What you'll be doing

• Supporting deaf and hearing-impaired pupils across the school day
• Using British Sign Language to facilitate communication and learning
• Supporting classroom activities and learning objectives
• Encouraging independence and self-confidence
• Working collaboratively with teachers, families and external professionals
• Monitoring and reporting on pupil progress

What we're looking for

• BSL Level 2 or above, or equivalent experience
• Experience working with children or young people is desirable
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient and understanding approach
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

What you can expect from Protocol

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Full-time September start
• Ongoing support from a consultant who genuinely cares
• Free CPD and online training opportunities

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 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.

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