BSL Teaching Assistant – Primary School
North-West London
£450–£575 per week (PAYE)
Full-time | Term-time only | ASAP start
Are you a BSL Level 2 user (or currently training) looking to build meaningful experience in a primary school environment? Do you want a role where your BSL skills genuinely remove barriers to learning for deaf children?
We are recruiting a BSL Teaching Assistant to support pupils with hearing impairments within a mainstream primary school that has a specialist hearing impairment provision in North-West London. This role is ideal for someone passionate about inclusive education, communication access and supporting pupils to thrive academically and socially.
The role
• Providing in-class support for pupils with hearing impairments
• Using British Sign Language to support communication, learning and engagement
• Supporting pupils in both mainstream classrooms and specialist provision settings
• Working alongside teachers, SEN staff and external professionals
• Encouraging independence, confidence and social interaction
• Supporting pupils who may have additional needs such as Autism, SEMH or visual impairment
The school environment
• Inclusive primary setting for pupils aged 4–11
• Specialist hearing impairment provision with experienced staff
• Multi-modal communication approach including BSL, SSE and spoken English
• Strong focus on inclusion, deaf awareness and staff training
Requirements
• BSL Level 2 minimum (or currently working towards it)
• Confident communicating with children using BSL
• Patient, reliable and committed to inclusive practice
• School-based experience is beneficial but not essential
What’s on offer
• £450–£575 per week (PAYE)
• Ongoing CPD and BSL-relevant training opportunities
• Supportive SEN-focused leadership team
• Excellent experience for those aspiring to work in deaf education, SEN teaching or therapy
How to apply
To apply for this BSL Teaching Assistant role in North-West London, click “Apply Now” or contact Daniel at Parker Smith Inclusion:
daniel@psinclusion.co.uk