Jobs in London - British Sign Language (BSL) Teaching Assistant - Wandsworth • South West London

Company: Tradewind Recruitment

South West London

Full time| September Start| 5 Days Per Week | Primary SEN | 1:1 Support Role Are you deaf or fluent in British Sign Language (BSL)? Are you passionate about supporting children with hearing impairments or complex needs? Are you available to start immediately in a flexible, part-time role? Sanza Teaching is seeking a skilled and compassionate BSL Teaching Assistant to work at an outstanding primary school in Wandsworth, Southwest London. This is a Full-time role, where you will be working 1:1 with a child who has complex needs and is profoundly deaf. Your BSL expertise will be essential, as this is the student's primary means of communication. Key Details: September Start 5 days per week (Full-time) Location: Wandsworth Working hours: 8:30am - 3:30/4:00pm BSL Level 2 or above required Experience with ASD and complex needs preferred Pay: £90 - £110 per day Your Role Will Involve: Providing 1:1 support to a student with complex needs who is hearing impaired. Using British Sign Language (BSL) to communicate and support learning. Helping the student engage with classroom activities and interact with peers. Supporting their emotional, social, and academic development. Liaising with teachers, SENCOs, and specialists to ensure consistency in care and progress. Relaying BSL communication between the student and non-signing staff or pupils. What You'll Need to Succeed: British Sign Language (BSL) qualification - Level 2 or above Experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN), particularly ASD and/or hearing impairments Confidence in using BSL as a primary communication tool Strong interpersonal skills and an empathetic approach Ability to adapt to different learning styles and individual needs A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one) What the School Offers: A warm, inclusive, and highly supportive working environment An Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' SEN School with excellent facilities Small class sizes and a specialist team focused on individual student support Excellent training opportunities in SEN and communication strategies Work/life balance with a flexible part-time schedule Ongoing support from a dedicated SEN consultant Apply now or contact Taylor at SANZA on 020 7845 6240 to learn more about this fantastic opportunity in Wandsworth.