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Learning Support Assistant (Specialist Support for a Deaf Student)
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Hanley Castle High School
About the Role
25 hours per week, fixed-term contract (linked to a named EHCP student).
Term-time only plus a proportion of 8 Professional Development Days.
Monday – Friday 9.15am – 3.15pm (includes 2 breaks totalling 1 hour)
We are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant to provide dedicated one-to-one support for a deaf student with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The successful candidate will deliver tailored British Sign Language (BSL) support, working closely with teaching staff, the SENDCo and Deputy SENDCo to ensure the student has full access to learning, effective communication, and the opportunity to fully participate in the wider school environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver tailored British Sign Language (BSL) support.
- Work closely with teaching staff, the SENDCo and Deputy SENDCo.
- Ensure the student has full access to learning, effective communication, and participation in the wider school environment.
Key Requirements
- Good working knowledge of the education system and experience supporting young people, particularly those with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
- Hold, as a minimum, a Grade 2 British Sign Language (BSL) qualification (essential).
- Hold Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, or be able to demonstrate strong literacy and numeracy skills.
- Strong communication skills with pupils, staff, and parents.
- Strong organisational abilities.
- Confidence in using ICT for record-keeping and reporting.
- Patient, calm, flexible, and resilient.
- Ability to manage challenging behaviour sensitively while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and a strong commitment to inclusion and equality.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
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Working Hours
25 hours per week, Monday – Friday 9.15am – 3.15pm (includes 2 breaks totalling 1 hour).
Term-time only plus a proportion of 8 Professional Development Days.
Terms
This post is fixed term and linked to the support needs of a named pupil with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). The contract will be for the duration of the pupil’s placement at the school and will end when the pupil leaves or no longer requires this support.
Salary
TA2, SCP5-6 £25,583 - £25,989 FTE (pay-award pending). £14,848 - £15,084 pro-rated to 25 hours per week, and term-time only.
Start Date
As soon as possible.
To Apply
To apply, please complete our application form (attached below) and email to Moons@hanleycastlehs.org.uk. If you have any queries, please email or contact HR on 01684 595673. The closing date is Thursday 3rd September 2026.
Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier if a suitable candidate is found.
Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date.
Benefits
- Secure pension with Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to a cycle to work scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Free access to Westfield Health, Healthy Extras providing:
- 24/7 telephone access to a practising UK GP
- 24 Hour Advice & Information Line (including structured counselling sessions)
- Eldercare Advice
- Discounts and offers at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and destinations
- Gym discounts
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Further Information
Hanley Castle is a dynamic and pleasantly situated high performing Academy, which is justifiably proud of its local and national reputation for academic excellence.
Founded in 1326, the school provides a unique blend of academic rigour, modern facilities and traditional values. The school is heavily oversubscribed and our Sixth Form is flourishing.
Hanley Castle High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and as such expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Online searches are now undertaken on all shortlisted candidates, for safeguarding suitability, as part of the due diligence.
References are obtained, before interview wherever possible, which include specific enquiries about the applicant's background in relation to safeguarding.
For further details, please see the Job Description and Person Specification attached on this advert, and visit our school website.
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