Braille TA in Small Heath, City and Borough of Birmingham

Transform Education Recruitment UK is looking for a Braille Specialist Teaching Assistant to work in a school in Bordesley Green, Birmingham. You’ll support a pupil with a vision impairment to access lessons through Braille, take part in classroom activities and develop their independence.

What you’ll do

• Provide one-to-one support, helping the pupil read, write and complete classroom tasks using Braille.

• Prepare and adapt learning materials in Braille and other accessible formats.

• Work with the class teacher, SENCO and vision impairment specialists to plan support around the pupil’s needs.

• Help the pupil build confidence in using Braille and accessing classroom resources independently.

What you’ll need

• The ability to read and write Braille confidently and accurately.

• Experience supporting children or young people with a vision impairment.

• A patient, practical approach and the ability to work closely with school staff.

A Braille qualification or experience using Braille technology in an education setting would be an advantage.

How to apply

Send your CV. Please include your availability and a brief summary of your experience using Braille.

Transform Education Recruitment UK is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The appointment is subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and other relevant safer recruitment checks.