Hearing Impairment TA with BSL - Inclusive Education

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

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and professional development

Dedicated consultant support

PAYE payment options

Opportunities to develop SEND-specific

Job summary

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with hearing impairments in a Wimbledon specialist SEND school. You will work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils aged 3–16, using BSL and other communication methods to aid learning and participation.

The role emphasizes teamwork with teachers and therapists, adapting activities to individual needs, and fostering independence, confidence and inclusive practice for diverse SEND profiles.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with hearing impairments or SEND.
• BSL Level 2 or higher is desirable.
• Experience as TA/LSA or SEND Support Worker.
• Knowledge of communication strategies for deaf/hearing-impaired pupils.
• Understanding of autism and complex needs is advantageous.
• Excellent communication, patience and adaptability.
• Commitment to safeguarding and pupil wellbeing.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Experience with hearing impairments

BSL Level 2+

SEND experience

Communication skills

Patience and adaptability

Job description

TeacherActive is recruiting a SEND Teaching Assistant to support children with hearing impairments in a Wimbledon specialist SEND school. You will work 1:1 and in small groups with pupils aged 3–16, using BSL and other communication methods to aid learning and participation.

The role emphasizes teamwork with teachers and therapists, adapting activities to individual needs, and fostering independence, confidence and inclusive practice for diverse SEND profiles.