Full-Time Deaf Support Teaching Assistant

Full-Time Deaf Support Teaching Assistant – Gateshead

Protocol Education is supporting a specialist provision in Gateshead that is looking to appoint a full-time Deaf Support Teaching Assistant from September.

This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference to pupils with hearing impairments by helping them access learning, develop communication skills and build confidence.

Duties include

• Supporting deaf and hearing‑impared pupils across the school day
• Using BSL to facilitate effective communication
• Assisting with classroom learning activities
• Promoting independence and positive social interaction
• Collaborating with teachers, families and external agencies
• Monitoring and reporting on pupil development

The ideal candidate will have

• BSL Level 2 or above
• Experience working with children or young people (desirable)
• Strong communic...