SEN Teaching Assistant | BSL Skills | Sunderland
Location: Sunderland
Job Type: Full Time, Term Time Only
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Monday–Friday, school hours
Pay: £98–£120 per day, dependent on experience
SEN Teaching Assistant with BSL Skills
Protocol Education are recruiting an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant with BSL skills to support pupils within a specialist educational provision in Sunderland.
This role would suit someone who enjoys working closely with individual pupils and understands how important accessible communication is within education.
The Role
You may be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs alongside their communication needs.
You'll be responsible for:
- Providing 1:1 and small-group support
- Using BSL to support learning and communication
- Helping pupils access the curriculum
- Supporting social development
- Encouraging independence
- Reinforcing classroom routines
- Supporting positive behaviour
- Helping pupils manage transitions
- Supporting emotional and sensory regulation where required
- Building trusting relationships
- Working closely with teachers and the wider SEND team
What We're Looking For
We're particularly interested in candidates who have:
- BSL skills
- Previous experience supporting children or young people
- SEND experience
- Experience working within education, care or support
- A patient and adaptable approach
- Strong communication skills
- Confidence working as part of a team
A relevant TA/SEND qualification would be desirable but relevant experience and strong BSL skills will also be considered.
Protocol Education Benefits
- £98–£120 per day
- Weekly PAYE
- FREE CPD and online training
- Dedicated consultant
- Specialist SEND support
- Long-term and permanent opportunities
- Ongoing support
- £50 Refer a Friend bonus
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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SEN Teaching Assistant | BSL Skills | Sunderland employer: Protocol Education Limited
Protocol Education is an excellent employer for EYFS and KS1 Teachers, offering a supportive work culture in the welcoming communities of Radstock and Midsomer Norton. With a focus on professional development, teachers can expect ample opportunities for growth while working collaboratively with dedicated staff to inspire young learners in engaging classroom environments. Join us to make a meaningful impact during these crucial early stages of education.
Contact Details:
Protocol Education Limited Recruitment Team
