Job Description Overview We are seeking a dedicated BSL (British Sign Language) Teaching Assistant to support students with hearing impairment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of BSL and experience working with children who are hearing impaired/deaf. If successful, you will be supporting children in a school in Barking that has both a Primary & Secondary phase, but you will be working within the school's specific department for hearing impaired children. Responsibilities Provide one-on-one or small group support to students with hearing impairment Assist the teacher in creating an inclusive and accessible learning environment Facilitate communication between students and teachers using BSL or other communication tools such as Makaton Work collaboratively with the educational team to ensure the learning environment is conducive to the needs of students with hearing impairment Provide support during classroom activities, ensuring that all students have equal access to educational materials and opportunities Qualifications Proficiency in BSL (Level 3 or above) Experience working with individuals who have hearing impairment Knowledge of Makaton is an advantage Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Day-to-day On a daily basis, you will work closely with students who have hearing impairment, provide support during classroom activities, and assist in creating an inclusive learning environment. You will also collaborate with the educational team to ensure that students have equal access to educational materials and opportunities. Hours & Pay This is a full-time position, working hours of 8:30am to 3:30pm.This is a temp to perm position. We offer a daily rate of £90-95 per day (paid weekly). A permanent contract is available once you have completed at least 12 academic weeks (and subject to excellent performance).