Hearing Impaired Resource Base Teaching / HIRB Assistant
Cardiff
Start Date: Summer Term / Autumn Term 2026
Salary: £14.25 - £14.25 per hour

Do you have experience supporting children with hearing impairments or additional learning needs?

Do you have any experience using BSL?

Are you a flexible and committed Teaching Assistant ready to support pupils across a range of ages?

TeacherActive is proud to be working with a welcoming and inclusive school in Cardiff that hosts a dedicated Hearing Impaired Resource Base. The setting promotes a supportive and nurturing environment, with a strong focus on inclusion, communication, and helping every pupil reach their full potential.

The school is looking to appoint a Hearing Impaired Resource Base Teaching Assistant on a temporary contract for the Summer Term and into Autumn Term 2026. The successful Hearing Impaired Resource Base Teaching Assistant will be supporting pupils of mixed ages with hearing impairments, working closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored support and adapt communication methods where needed.

The successful Hearing Impaired Resource Base Teaching Assistant will have:

• Experience working with children with additional learning needs or hearing impairments
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn British Sign Language (BSL)
• Experience supporting pupils across mixed age ranges
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A flexible and adaptable approach to support different learning needs
• A patient, supportive and proactive attitude

In return for the above you can expect to receive:

• A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process
• Guaranteed Payment Scheme Terms and Conditions apply
• CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression channel
• Market leading rates of pay
• TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend Terms and Conditions apply

Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, then click APPLY NOW and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity.

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About TeacherActive

TeacherActive is one of the UK’s leading education recruitment agencies, with over 20 years of experience supporting schools and education professionals. We place teachers and support staff into a wide range of temporary, contract and permanent roles, helping candidates find rewarding opportunities that suit their experience, availability and career goals. We pride ourselves on providing an excellent service to both our schools and candidates.

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