Specialist Teaching Assistant

Summary:

Specialist Teaching Assistant job opportunity. Support blind and partially sighted students in a specialist further education setting.

About the School:

A school dedicated to empowering blind and partially sighted young people through specialist education and support. It offers a unique, inclusive environment focused on independence and personal development.

The Opportunity:

As a Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting students with vision impairment to access and engage fully with their studies. You will help develop their independence, learning skills, and confidence in a supportive and inclusive environment. This is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the delivery of learning programmes within the VI Centre of Excellence
• Promote students’ independence and learning skills through tailored support
• Ensure the safeguarding of students, following established procedures and reporting concerns promptly
• Create and adapt classroom resources to meet the needs of students with vision impairment
• Assist students in participating fully in learning and leisure activities
• Use ICT and other technologies to support learning and accessibility
• Collaborate with teaching staff to provide effective classroom and study support

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• GCSEs or equivalent level 2 qualifications in English and Maths
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to use ICT software including Microsoft Outlook and Word
• Understanding of individual needs and ability to adapt support accordingly
• Commitment to safeguarding and student welfare

Preferred

• Experience working with young people with vision impairment
• Knowledge of how support roles contribute to independent learning and personal development
• Experience in an educational or learning support setting

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and fixed-term contract
• Access to a range of benefits including Employee Assistance Programme and Perkbox
• Flexible working opportunities and 3% pension contribution
• Mental health and dental care support through pension scheme apps