BSL Teaching Assistant

Step Teachers Manchester is recruiting Level 2 or 3 BSL Teaching Assistants for primary hearing impairment units embedded within mainstream primary schools in south Manchester.

Role: BSL Teaching Assistant – Hearing Impairment Unit (Primary)
Location: South Manchester (within mainstream primary school)
Start: September 2025.
Contract: Short term, long term & temp-to-perm placements.
Hours: Standard primary hours (typically 8:30 am–3:30 pm)
Pay: up to £110/day DOE.

Paid PAYE directly via Step Teachers—no umbrella companies!
Receive same pay as perm staff in same role from 13^th week onwards.
Easily accessible by public transport or car; parking varies by site

Step Perks: 24/7 GP access, discounts (retail, gyms, cinemas), and more
Refer‑A‑Friend: Earn £100 for each successful referral (T&Cs apply)

What You’ll Do

• Support small groups of primary-aged pupils with significant hearing impairment in integrated units within mainstream schools
• Communicate using BSL to support learning and social engagement
• Adapt activities to meet individual communication and access needs
• Promote independence, confidence, and emotional wellbeing
• Collaborate closely with teachers, therapists, and sensory support staff to deliver inclusive education

About the Setting

• The hearing impairment units are based within mainstream primary schools, offering specialist support for children with hearing needs.
• These units provide tailored communication support, enabling children with hearing impairments to access mainstream education effectively.
• Supports children from early years up to 19 and works closely with schools to enhance educational achievement, communication skills, independence, and social and emotional confidence.

Ideal Candidate

• Holds a Level 2 or 3 BSL qualification (or equivalent).
• Experienced in working with primary-aged children with hearing impairment.
• Skilled in BSL communication, adaptation of activities, and inclusive practice.
• Prior experience working in a school or education setting.
• Flexible, patient, and adept at building relationships with pupils, staff, and families.

What We Offer

• Attractive daily pay, paid directly via PAYE.
• Flexible short‑term supply assignments with potential for longer placements.
• Ongoing CPD opportunities, especially for longer placements.
• Personalized support from a consultant with 13 years’ experience.
• £100 referral bonus per successful candidate (T&Cs apply).

Application Requirements

• CV including at least 10 years of work history.
• Proof of Right to Work and current UK address.
• Valid DBS certificate on the Update Service (or willing to apply).
• Min of 2 references covering last 2 years.
• One reference must be school or child based.
• BSL Level 2 or 3 qualification (or equivalent).
• Enthusiastic, proactive, child‑centered approach.

APPLY NOW to bring your BSL Teaching Assistant expertise and support to primary-aged children in specialist hearing impairment units across south Manchester.

Submit your CV to Graham Warner:
grahamw@stepteachers.co.uk
07385 501 183
Or click APPLY above!

Why Step Teachers? 

With a rich history spanning over two decades, our teacher recruitment agency proudly serves North London, East London, Hertfordshire, Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire, Oxfordshire, Cornwall, Devon and Greater Manchester. We foster exclusive relationships with schools and academies in these regions. Our dedicated team, stationed in branches across Barnet, Havering, Norwich, Cambridge, Abingdon, and Plymouth, is committed to supporting and nurturing teachers. Explore rewarding opportunities with our trusted education recruitment services. 

Step Teachers, an approved Crown Commercial Service supplier, adheres to REC (Recruitment & Employment Confederation) standards for safeguarding children. Upon registration, candidates undergo enhanced DBS checks, full reference verifications, and eligibility confirmations. 

Your weekly pay is processed through PAYE. Additionally, you gain access to a range of exclusive deals, including discounted high street shopping, travel offers, gym memberships, and more. Moreover, our pay portal offers comprehensive physical and emotional well-being services as standard, ensuring your overall wellness is taken care of. 

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