Level 2 British Sign Language Teaching Assistant

Level 2 British Sign Language Teaching Assistant – Gateshead

A welcoming and inclusive school in Gateshead is seeking a dedicated Level 2 British Sign Language Teaching Assistant to join their team from September.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to support pupils with hearing impairments and communication needs, helping them engage fully in learning and school life.

• Providing BSL support throughout the school day
• Supporting pupils during lessons and classroom activities
• Delivering one-to-one and small-group interventions
• Promoting communication, confidence and independence
• Supporting pupils' social and emotional development
• Working closely with teaching staff and families

• A Level 2 BSL qualification
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Experience working with children or young people (desirable)
• A proactive and adaptable approach
• A genuine passion for supporting pupils with additional needs
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Valid enhanced DBS check & subscription to DBS Update Service

• Weekly PAYE pay inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay
• Free CPD and training opportunities
• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant
• Chance to make a real difference every day

If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you.

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.

We offer online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced DBS check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.