BSL Teaching Assistant

BSL Teaching Assistant Specialist SEND School

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A specialist SEND school is looking for a confident and committed BSL Teaching Assistant to join their dedicated team and support pupils who are Deaf, hearing impaired or communicate using British Sign Language.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong BSL skills who wants to make a genuine difference to pupils access to education, communication and wider school life.

The Role

As a BSL Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teachers and specialist staff to ensure pupils can fully access the curriculum and communicate effectively throughout the school day.
Your responsibilities will include:
Supporting pupils across lessons, activities and social situations using BSL
Facilitating communication between pupils, teachers and peers
Providing targeted one-to-one and small-group support
Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and communication skills
Supporting classroom activities and adapting resources where required
Working closely with teachers, SEN staff and families
Promoting an inclusive and positive learning environment
About You

The school is looking for someone who:
Has confident BSL skills
Has experience supporting children or young people, ideally within SEND, Deaf education or a specialist setting
Is patient, approachable xwzovoh and an excellent communicator
Understands the importance of accessible communication
Can build strong relationships with pupils
Is passionate about helping young people achieve their potential
Experience within a Deaf/SEND setting is highly desirable, although candidates with transferable experience and strong BSL skills will be considered.

Location: London
Role: BSL Teaching Assistant
Start: September 2026
Type: Full-time, long-term