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Lesson Support Worker for the Visually Impaired
location
Birmingham
contract type
Full-time
contract terms
Short-term/day-to-day supply
salary
£75 to £85 per day
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Apply by
04 October 2023
Job start
ASAP
Job end
Ongoing

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lesson Support Worker for the Visually Impaired to join our team in Birmingham.

About the role

In this role, you will work closely with students who have visual impairments to ensure they have equal access to the curriculum and a positive learning experience. Your support will be instrumental in helping these students succeed academically and develop essential skills.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Support: Provide one-on-one or group support to students with visual impairments during lessons, ensuring they have access to all learning materials and activities.

Adapted Materials: Prepare and adapt learning materials, including textbooks, worksheets, and digital resources, to make them accessible for visually impaired students using braille, tactile graphics, audio, or assistive technology.

Assistive Technology: Familiarize students with assistive technology and tools designed for visually impaired individuals, such as screen readers, magnification software, and refreshable braille displays.

Note-taking: Assist students in taking notes, organizing class materials, and maintaining an effective system for managing assignments and deadlines.

Orientation and Mobility: Support students in developing orientation and mobility skills, including safe navigation within the school environment and travel skills in the community.

Braille Proficiency: It would be advantageous to possess proficiency in braille and teach braille literacy to students who require it.

About the school

The school provides quality education and support to students with visual impairments. We are committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that empowers students to achieve their full potential and independence.

Requirements

To be considered for the role of Lesson Support Worker for the Visually Impaired you will:
  • Enhanced DBS Certificate on the update service, or willingness to take one out.
  • Previous experience working with individuals with visual impairments or in special education is preferred.
  • Knowledge of braille and familiarity with assistive technology used by visually impaired individuals.
Salary is dependent on experience, training or qualifications. The minimum experience, training or qualifications required for this position are:
  • Previous experience working with individuals with visual impairments or in special education is preferred.
ABC Teachers is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. We take our responsibilities extremely seriously. All staff we register will undertake thorough interviewing and referencing checks and hold, or be prepared to undergo, an Enhanced DBS check that must be registered on the Update Service.

About ABC Teachers

ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

What ABC Teachers offer

As a valued employee of ABC Teachers, you will receive:
  • Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
  • Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
  • Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
  • Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
  • FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
  • Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
  • Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.
ABC Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

How to apply

Apply via this website with an up-to-date CV and contact details. For more information, or an informal chat about the role, please call Lauren Whitehouse on 01543 410 500 or email lwhitehouse@abc-teachers.co.uk.
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