Deaf Support Centre Teaching Assistants

About the role

Sensory Support Team 0-25yrs Cambridgeshire

Deaf Support Centre Teaching Assistants

“The best thing about my job is that I get to work alongside a child or young person and help them learn new skills and become independent. When I am successful, I get to see a child move on and flourish because they no longer need that support and it feels amazing.”

“This is my third year working as part of the Sensory Support Team and I can honestly say that no two days are the same – in fact often no two hours are the same! It is a fulfilling, challenging and very rewarding role and the Sensory Support Team are fabulous and incredibly welcoming.”

“I love working here. I walk in and it just makes me smile.”

Can you inspire? Can you be a driving force for positive change? Would you like to learn British Sign Language?

If you believe you can make a positive difference to the lives of children and young people who are Deaf, and their families, apply for this vacancy.

We are looking for enthusiastic, energetic and inspiring people to join our team. You will need to be prepared to learn new skills, working both independently and with colleagues in the Sensory Support Team, as well as mainstream school staff.

Your new role will include:

• Being part of a team that is continually developing new strategies to better the outcomes for children/young people who are Deaf
• Delivering training to schools
• Developing a skillset that allows you to test Deaf specific technology
• Learning & supporting BSL delivery
• Supporting bespoke interventions
• Supporting the Teacher of the Deaf
• Working closely with Deaf children/young people

If you feel passionate about the possibilities this role can offer, and the opportunities to learn new skills, then we want to hear from you. For an informal discussion or to find out more, please contact Sibel Djemal on 07880 053496 or sibel.djemal@cambridgeshire.gov.uk

As part of the interview process you will be asked to deliver an 5-minute presentation on a topic of your choice. The topic can be light-hearted or serious, we will be looking at how coherently you can present your viewpoint and engage an audience.

Your new salary will be on the Level 3 Teaching Assistant scale £22,369-£24,054 pro rata to term time only

Your holiday payment entitlement will depend on years of government service.

Closing Date: Open until position filled

Short listing date: Applications will be shortlisted as they are submitted

Interview date: In agreement with applicant

This role will require a candidate to undertake an enhanced DBS check and so appointment to this post will be subject to the outcome of an Enhanced Disclosure obtained through the Disclosure and Barring Service. The Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.