Job Description

BSL Teaching Assistant British Sign Language
Barking East London
Full-Time Position
ASAP Start
90 - 110 pay per day

Remedy is recruiting for a dedicated Teaching assistant with British Sign Language qualification or experience. This role is a 1:1 role where the teaching assistant will work on a 1:1 basis with a pupil in the with speech, language and communication needs. The pupil communicates through bespoke resources and sign language - therefore this is an essential requirement for the role.

BSL Teaching Assistant Responsibilities

• Have excellent communication skills.
• Be able to build strong relationships with students and staff.
• Be encouraging and supportive.
• Have a positive attitude towards teaching and aiding children's development.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the student.

BSL Teaching Assistant Job Specification

• Supervise and provide learning support for a child on a one-to-one basis
• Assist with the development of individual education and behavioural plans setting challenging expectations for pupils to achieve learning goals.
• Establish trusting relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs and personalities.
• Collaborate with SENDCo and Class Teacher to ensure the highest level of provision
• Encourage pupils to interact with the class and engage in activities.

BSL Teaching Assistant Person Specification

• A solid understanding of the EYFS curriculum.
• BSL training (Level 1-3) and/ or relevant experience.
• Experience of working with children with speech, language needs.
• Be outgoing, fun, and engaging.
• Willing to support children of all abilities and needs.
• Have a positive and ambitious attitude to learning.

BSL Teaching Assistant Benefits of working with Remedy

• A dedicated and expert personal consultant.
• Regular and varied supply work.
• Competitive rates of pay.
• Potential long-term teaching roles.
• Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR).
• Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK.
• Recommend-a-friend scheme.

Click 'Apply now' to be considered for this great position as an BSL Teaching Assistant in Barking or for more information about the role, contact Tyne Brownlie at Remedy.