BSL-Focused SEND Teaching Assistant (Hearing Impairment)

TeacherActive Limited.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily rates

Long-term opportunities

CPD and professional development

Dedicated consultant support

PAYE payment options

Specialist SEND experience

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 3–16 with hearing impairments at a specialist SEND school in Wimbledon. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, using BSL and other communication methods to meet individual needs and promote inclusion.

Ideal candidates will have SEND experience, BSL Level 2+, and knowledge of autism or related needs. A safeguarding focus and dedication to pupil wellbeing are essential, with competitive daily rates and long-term

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children with hearing impairments or SEND.
• BSL Level 2 or above is highly desirable.
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or SEND Support Worker.
• Knowledge of communication strategies for deaf and hearing-impaired pupils.
• An understanding of autism, SLD, PMLD or complex needs would be advantageous.
• Excellent communication, patience and adaptability.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting pupils' wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to pupils with hearing impairments.
• Support pupils aged 3–16 across primary and secondary age groups.
• Use BSL, visual communication aids and alternative communication strategies where appropriate.
• Assist teachers in adapting classroom activities to meet individual communication and learning needs.
• Support pupils with autism, learning difficulties and additional SEND needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, independence and social interaction.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, specialist staff and therapists.
• Promote an inclusive, supportive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

BSL Level 2

SEND TA experience

Communication strategies

Autism/SEND knowledge

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 3–16 with hearing impairments at a specialist SEND school in Wimbledon. The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, using BSL and other communication methods to meet individual needs and promote inclusion.

Ideal candidates will have SEND experience, BSL Level 2+, and knowledge of autism or related needs. A safeguarding focus and dedication to pupil wellbeing are essential, with competitive daily rates and long-term