BSL Learning Support Assistant

Philosophy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A welcoming primary school in North London is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a hearing-impaired pupil. The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL) to assist in communication and adapting teaching resources. Key responsibilities include supporting the child’s learning and working collaboratively with staff. A positive and inclusive learning environment is fostered within this school committed to developing every child’s potential.

Benefits

Strong professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Good understanding of British Sign Language (BSL) to support communication.
• Experience in working with children with special educational needs (SEN) and hearing needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support to a primary-aged pupil with hearing impairment.
• Use BSL to enable access to classroom activities.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and the SEN team to adapt resources.
• Promote an inclusive and positive learning environment.

Skills

BSL knowledge

Experience with children with hearing impairments

Strong interpersonal skills

Patience

Job description

Primary School (Haringey, North London)

Full-time (Monday to Friday)

Start Date: January 2026

A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Haringey is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to work closely with a hearing‑impaired pupil. This role requires a good understanding of British Sign Language (BSL) to support the child’s communication and learning within the classroom environment.

The Role

You will provide one‑to‑one support to a primary‑aged pupil with hearing impairment, helping them access the curriculum and engage fully with school life. The ideal candidate will have a BSL qualification (Level 3 desirable) and experience working with children with SEN and hearing needs. You will support communication by translating spoken language into BSL and adapting learning materials to meet the child’s needs.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the child’s learning, communication, and well‑being throughout the school day
• Using BSL effectively to enable access to classroom activities
• Collaborating with teaching staff and the SEN team to adapt resources and strategies
• Promoting an inclusive and positive learning environment

The School

Located in Haringey, North London, this primary school values diversity and inclusion, fostering a supportive environment for all pupils. The school is committed to developing every child’s potential and offers strong professional development opportunities for staff.

Requirements

• BSL knowledge / experience
• Experience working with children with hearing impairments or SEN
• Ability to adapt communication and teaching resources for deaf learners
• Strong interpersonal skills and patience to work closely with young children

How to Apply

Please apply with an up to date CV outlining your experience.