BSL SEN Teaching Assistant

BSL SEN Teaching Assistant – Deaf School | BSL Level 2+
Wandsworth
Full-Time | Term Time Only 
September Start | Long-Term / Permanent Opportunity

Do you have British Sign Language (BSL) Level 2 or above and a passion for supporting deaf children to thrive? Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day?

We are recruiting on behalf of a specialist deaf school in Wandsworth for a dedicated BSL SEN Teaching Assistant to join their experienced and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly inclusive environment where communication, independence and pupil wellbeing are at the heart of everything they do.

The Role As a BSL SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support deaf and hearing-impaired pupils across the classroom using British Sign Language (BSL).
• Work closely with the class teacher to deliver engaging and accessible learning.
• Provide one-to-one and small group interventions tailored to individual pupil needs.
• Adapt learning resources to ensure every child can fully access the curriculum.
• Promote communication, language development, confidence and independence.
• Assist pupils with additional SEND, including Autism, Speech & Language needs and learning difficulties where appropriate.
• Help create a safe, nurturing and inclusive learning environment.
• Work alongside Teachers of the Deaf, Speech & Language Therapists, Audiologists and other specialist professionals.

The Ideal Candidate

• BSL Level 2 qualification or above (essential).
• Experience working with children or young people with SEND.
• Passion for supporting deaf learners and promoting inclusive education.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring and resilient approach.
• Able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a deaf school, hearing resource provision or specialist SEND setting.
• Experience supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH or Speech & Language needs.
• Knowledge of communication strategies for deaf learners.
• Relevant Teaching Assistant qualification.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay.
• Full-time, term-time only position.
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive leadership and experienced specialist staff.
• Opportunity to develop your BSL skills within a specialist educational setting.
• A rewarding role where you will positively impact pupils' education, confidence and future outcomes.

If you're passionate about supporting deaf children and have BSL Level 2 or above, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please contact Charlie Hayes on 

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