Deaf Support Teaching Assistant – Newham

Senovo Capital Management GmbH; London Borough of Newham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAYE pay

SEN recruitment support

Travel area opportunities

Job summary

Senovo Newham is seeking a Deaf Support Teaching Assistant to help deaf pupils access the curriculum in a supportive SEN environment in Newham, United Kingdom. The role involves reinforcing instructions using visual communication and ensuring access to lessons and routines within a busy classroom.

Experience with deaf pupils is preferred; BSL skills are welcomed but not essential, and QTS is not required for this classroom-support position.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting deaf pupils or learners with communication needs.
• British Sign Language skills welcomed but not essential.
• QTS is not required for this classroom-support role.
• Experience in SEN settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Reinforce instructions using clear visual and communication strategies.
• Support access to lesson content, group work and school routines.
• Check hearing-support equipment in line with agreed procedures.
• Share observations with teachers and specialist colleagues.

Skills

Deaf-pupil support

Communication strategies

Observation and reporting

Team collaboration

Tools

British Sign Language

Job description

Deaf Support Teaching Assistant – Newham

Newham, United Kingdom | Posted on 20/10/2026

• City Newham
• Province Newham
• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code E13

Job Description

The opportunity

A supportive SEN school in Newham is recruiting a teaching assistant to improve classroom access and communication for deaf pupils and those with hearing impairment.

What you will do

• Reinforce instructions using clear visual and communication strategies.
• Support access to lesson content, group work and school routines.
• Check hearing-support equipment in line with agreed procedures.
• Share observations with teachers and specialist colleagues.

What you will bring

• Experience supporting deaf pupils or learners with communication needs.
• British Sign Language skills are welcomed but not essential.
• QTS is not required for this classroom-support role.

Why work with Senovo?

• PAYE pay with clear assignment information.
• Specialist support from an experienced SEN recruitment team.
• Opportunities matched to your experience, availability and travel area.