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Specialist Support Assistant for Vision Impaired Children

2 months ago


Trafford, United Kingdom Trafford Council Full time

About the Role

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic teaching assistant to join our team at Trafford Council. As a Specialist Support Assistant for Vision Impaired Children, you will play a vital role in supporting the learning and inclusion of children and young people with visual impairments in a range of schools and settings across the borough.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the learning and inclusion of children and young people with visual impairments in educational settings.
  • Implement individual teaching and learning programmes (ILPs) designed by the Service, record progress and work with a QTVI to evaluate the effectiveness of the programme.
  • Contribute to the writing of ILPs, following set guidelines, and to the writing of summary reports for pupils.
  • Undertake relevant research and training specific to meeting the needs of pupils with vision impairment.
  • Work co-operatively in classrooms alongside school staff.
  • Prepare and modify materials in a range of formats for vision impaired pupils, including use of the scanner, computer, IPAD, specialist software and equipment.
  • Learn skills in non-sighted methods of communication, such as Braille and tactile diagrams.
  • Work alongside other professionals and attend relevant meetings if required by Service Manager.
  • Liaise closely with parents/carers.
  • Participate in training provided for schools.
  • Encourage teachers and others to develop a high level of expectation both in and out of educational settings, and to be open to alternative teaching strategies to ensure the inclusion of vision impaired students.

Requirements

  • A relevant level 3 qualification.
  • A full current driving license and daily use of a car.
  • An enhanced DBS check with children check.

About Us

Trafford Council is a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. We are committed to closing inequality gaps and maximising Trafford's huge potential. We offer a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged.

Benefits

You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter, and you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford. We are a Living Wage Employer and offer a range of benefits, including development opportunities and a fair and flexible workplace.