Apprentice Specialist Learning Support Assistant – Hearing Impairment (32.5 hours per week - Te[...] in Liverpool

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The role: The role will require you to work collaboratively with teaching staff to support the learning, wellbeing and inclusion of pupils with a range of hearing impairments, with a clear focus on reducing attainment gaps between deaf pupils and their hearing peers. The Apprentice Specialist Learning Support Assistant will provide targeted support to ensure pupils with hearing impairments can fully access the curriculum, actively engage in learning, and achieve positive outcomes.

The role will also promote the development of independence in learning, effective use and management of audiological equipment, and confident participation across all aspects of school life. The role of the Apprentice Specialist Learning Support Assistant would be perfect for those with SEND experience, this role lets you take the next step—gaining specialist skills to support children and young people with hearing impairment to succeed.

You will be working across various education settings within the Liverpool City area. The post is also subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role is fixed term for the purpose of completing the level 5 Specialist Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship and will end 24 months from the date you start with us.

Our offer to you: At least 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays rising to 32 after 5 years’ service (pro rata if part time) - option to purchase further days. Agile working (role dependent) - a “Flexibility First” approach to agile working, where flexibility is the norm rather than the exception. Part of the Local Government Pension Scheme – option to join the AVC Scheme. Health and Wellbeing - offer including Employee Assistance Programme. Cycle to Work and Travel Pass Schemes. Drive Time – a salary sacrifice car lease scheme. Family friendly policies with enhanced leave. Discounted Gym Memberships. Employee Volunteering Scheme.

Next steps: Closing date: midnight on Friday, 4th September 2026. Shortlisting date: w/c 7th September 2026. Interview date: Monday 26th September 2026. Interview type: Face to Face. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Once the role has closed, you will not be able to submit an application, and we are unable to reopen the vacancy for you to complete it. We strongly recommend submitting your application well in advance of the closing date to avoid disappointment.

Liverpool City Council is committed to fostering a workforce representative of the communities we serve. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we believe in appointing candidates based on their skills, experience, qualifications, and abilities. To support this commitment, we guarantee an interview to candidates from under-represented groups who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role.

If you require any reasonable adjustments in line with the Equality Act 2010, such as an application form in a different format or additional time to complete your application, please contact us at recruitment@liverpool.gov.uk.