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BSL Teaching Assistant
- worcester, england, United Kingdom
- Job type not listed
- Full time
Job Description
BSL Teaching Assistant Specialist SEND School
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:
The school is looking for someone who:
Location: London
Role: BSL Teaching Assistant
Start: September 2026
Type: Full-time, long-term
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
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 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
Location: London
Role: BSL Teaching Assistant
Start: September 2026
Type: Full-time, long-term
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