Competitive
Position: Teaching Assistant - Hearing Impaired
Location: Winslow, Buckinghamshire
Contract Type: Full-Time - Term Time Only
Start Date: September 2025
Salary: andpound;90 - andpound;120 per day (depending on experience)
Empower Pupils to Connect, Learn, and Thrive
Are you committed to supporting children with hearing impairments£ A welcoming, inclusive school in Winslow is seeking a passionate Teaching Assistant to work closely with pupils who are deaf or who have hearing impairements. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference by helping students build confidence, develop communication skills, and access learning in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Work closely with class teachers to adapt lessons for pupils with hearing impairments
Support communication through the use of radio aids, visual cues, and lip-reading techniques
Provide 1:1 and small group interventions focused on language, listening, and social skills
Assist with the implementation of IEPs, risk assessments, and therapy care plans
Collaborate with the SENCO, families, and external professionals, including Teachers of the Deaf
What We''re Looking For:
Previous experience working with pupils with Hearing Impairments (HI), or a strong interest in developing this skillset
Understanding of SEN and inclusive classroom practices
British Sign Language (BSL) Level 1-3 or Makaton (desirable but not essential)
Experience supporting phonics, especially for pupils with cochlear implants (beneficial)
Strong communication skill
Negotiable