Teaching Assistant Level 3 – sm​/Sign Expertise; BSL

We are looking to recruit a Teaching Assistant Level 3 to join our ALN Sensory Service Team on a temporary, part time (term time only) basis to be based in the specialist hearing resource provision.

About the role

On a day-to‑day basis, the successful candidate will be required to support access to learning for pupils with severe/profound/special educational/behavioural needs, including the provision of specific medical assistance in and out of the classroom and in a resource provision. They will offer support and guidance to, and work with Ceredigion schools to assist with transition of pupils between primary and secondary school settings.

• Can supervise and provide support to pupils, either individually or in groups, in meaningful learning activities ensuring their safety and access to learning.
• Can attend to pupil’s personal and physical needs.
• Can assist with planning and delivery of specific learning activities in a variety of situations such as in the classroom, small group settings or on a one‑to‑one.
• Can use strategies to support pupils to achieve learning goals.
• Can establish constructive relationships and communicate with other agencies/professionals to support pupil achievement and progress.
• Can supervise pupils on visits, trips and out of school activities as required, having regard for the health, safety and wellbeing of pupils, other staff and the general public.
• Has the ability to self‑evaluate their own learning needs to strive to seek out learning opportunities.
• Has good numeracy / literacy skills.
• Can work constructively and flexibly as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and their own position within these.

This role will require an Enhanced DBS check. The presence of previous convictions will not necessarily disqualify a candidate from consideration. We assess each applicant on a case‑by‑case basis, taking into account the nature and relevance of any convictions in relation to the responsibilities of the role.

We reserve the right to extend the Final date to receive applications.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and adults  create an inclusive and supportive work environment where all individuals are treated fairly and with respect. Your privacy and dignity are of utmost importance to us throughout the recruitment process.