British Sign Language BSL Teaching Assistant - Wandsworth

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 to learn more about this fantastic opportunity in Wandsworth.