Learning Support Assistant (Specialist Support for a Deaf Student)

Overview

Hanley Castle High School, 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).

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications and Experience

• Good working knowledge of the education system and experience supporting young people, particularly those with EHCPs.
• Relevant qualification in supporting deaf pupils and knowledge of BSL.
• Level 2 qualifications or strong literacy and numeracy skills; willingness to further develop through ongoing training.
• Strong communication skills with pupils, staff and parents.
• Strong organisational abilities and confidence in using ICT for record‑keeping and reporting.
• Patient, calm, flexible and resilient; able to manage challenging behaviour sensitively while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality and a commitment to inclusion and equality.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

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. £14,848 – £15,084 pro‑rated to 25 hours per week, and term‑time only.

Start Date

As soon as possible.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our application form (attached below) and email to If you have any queries, please email or contact HR on . The closing date is 9.00am Wednesday 15th April 2026 .

Interviews

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 and Healthy Extras, including 24/7 telephone access to a practising UK GP and a 24‑hour Advice & Information Line (including structured counselling sessions)
• Eldercare Advice and discounts at hundreds of retailers, restaurants and destinations
• Gym discounts

About the School

Hanley Castle High School is a high‑performing academy founded in 1326, proud of its academic excellence and modern facilities. 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 expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant must undertake pre‑employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Online searches and safeguarding suitability checks are undertaken on all shortlisted candidates, and references are obtained before interview wherever possible.

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