We are seeking a caring, skilled and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our Hearing Resource Base in a welcoming and inclusive school in Penarth. This is an exciting opportunity to support pupils with hearing impairment and communication needs to thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
About the role
You will work closely with the class teacher, specialist staff and external professionals to support deaf and hearing-impaired pupils in both the resource base and mainstream classroom. You will help pupils access learning, develop communication skills and build confidence throughout the school day.
Key responsibilities
Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with hearing impairment
Support pupils’ communication, language and social interaction
Use British Sign Language (BSL) and/or Makaton to support understanding and expression
Adapt learning materials and activities to meet pupils’ individual needs
Support inclusion within mainstream classes and wider school life
Work closely with teachers, the Teacher of the Deaf and other professionals
Promote independence, wellbeing and positive behaviour
The successful candidate will have
Experience using British Sign Language (BSL) and/or Makaton
Experience working with children, ideally those with hearing or communication needs
A patient, caring and flexible approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
A commitment to inclusive education
We offer
A supportive and friendly school community
Training and professional development opportunities
✨ The chance to make a meaningful difference to children’s lives
Close working with specialist hearing support staff
This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and relevant safeguarding procedures.
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for 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.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with 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 all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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