Connex - Birmingham
Role: BSL Teaching Assistant
Rate of pay: £400 – £450 – Dependant on experience
Location: Northfield
**About the role**
Are you passionate about education and supporting students? Being a BSL Teaching Assistant is more than a job—it’s a chance to make a real impact. You’ll provide vital 1:1 support to students who use British Sign Language, helping them access learning and build confidence. Connex Education is seeking a dedicated BSL Teaching Assistant to support SEN students in a school setting.
**About the school**
This wonderful little school is nestled in the vibrant town of Northfield, providing a warm, caring, and safe environment where every child feels valued and inspired to learn. The school is dedicated to helping each young learner reach their full potential through exciting opportunities, inclusivity, and a love for learning. With a strong sense of community, it strives to deliver top-quality education, ensuring every child receives the support, encouragement, and nurturing they need to truly thrive.
**Benefits of working with Connex**
- Competitive daily rate
- PAYE Paid weekly
- Free access to our SEND Toolkit skills development
- Funded formal qualification, from Level 2 SEND, Level 3 Teaching and Learning, Level 4 HTLA, Level 5 TEFL
- Career progression via our Care to classroom setting conversion course
**Role Requirements**
- Knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL) is essential.
- Level 3 Supporting Teaching and Learning or Equivalent Level 3 UK Educational qualification would be beneficial.
- Knowledge of Makaton would be beneficial.
- A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in the classroom
- An understanding of child protection and safeguarding guidelines
- Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply for one through Connex Education.
**Are you interested?**
If you are interested in applying for this role, please apply or send your CV to marc.sharpe@connex-education.com
