Learning Support Assistant - British Sign Language

Holland & Barrett; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational charity in the United Kingdom seeks a British Sign Language Learning Support Assistant to provide tailored support for hearing-impaired students. This full-time role requires a BSL Level 1 qualification along with experience in supporting young people with challenging behavior. The position offers a rewarding opportunity for those passionate about making a difference in education within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Wellbeing support

Contributory Pension Scheme

Induction and ongoing training

Employee Assistance Programme

Rewards scheme for shopping savings

Qualifications

• BSL level 1 or above qualification is required.
• Experience in supporting young people with behavior that challenges is essential.
• Flexibility and adaptability to evolving situations are key.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored support to a deaf or hearing-impaired student.
• Work as part of an inclusive and supportive team.
• Assist students in developing communication and independence skills.

Skills

British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1

Experience supporting young people with challenging behavior

Good communication and organizational skills

Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Conditions

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - British Sign Language

Who Are We?

The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide.

We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support. Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn and be part of a world adapting to change.

Hedley’s College is a high-quality specialist further education and training provider. We provide education and training for young people aged 16-25 with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities who require specialist individual programmes to develop their communication, independence, and employability skills. We help our learner make successful transitions into adulthood within the Northeast region.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated British Sign Language (BSL) Learning Support Assistant to join our inclusive and supportive team at Hedleys College.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the educational experience of a deaf or hearing-impaired student by providing tailored support within a specialist setting.

This role requires a BSL level 1 or above qualification.

Experience in supporting young people with behaviour that challenges is essential.

Some experience of Team TEACH approaches or NAPPI would be desirable. Good communication and organisational skills are essential. Knowledge of Autism Spectrum Conditions (ASC), particularly sensory processing difficulties would be an advantage.

It is important to be a real team player. Flexibility with an ability to adapt and respond to evolving situations is an important skill for our team that helps us maintain the highest level of care and support.

The position is 37 hours per week and will involve working Mondays to Fridays between 8.30 – 5pm - Term Time Only (45 weeks per annum).

If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we would love to hear from you.

Why Work for Us

Hedley’s College encourages career development and progression. We run a robust training programme and we also have development opportunities both within college and across the wider Foundation.

We also offer the following benefits to staff:

• Wellbeing support (including occupational health, physio services and counselling services)
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Induction and ongoing training
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping

[TTO roles only] Salary amounts quoted are from 1 September to 31 August and therefore, if you commence employment part way through the academic year, it will be subject to an equated salary adjustment.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants should be aware that the post will only be offered to successful candidates subject to an Enhanced DBS and barring checks as well as other employment clearances such as referencing in line with our regulator’s legislation requirements.

Please note that this role is classed as regulated activity as it involves working directly with children and/or vulnerable adults. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-declaration form prior to interview, and all candidates will be subject to an online check prior to interview. The amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013, 2020 & 2023) provide that certain spent convictions and cautions are 'protected' and are not subject to disclosure to employers, and cannot be taken into account. Guidance and criteria on the filtering of these cautions and convictions can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.

Please note it is an offence to apply for this role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and the Percy Hedley Foundation has the right to respond appropriately.

Please access the following link for our vulnerable adults protection policy:

The position will be closed once a suitable candidate has been appointed.