British Sign Language (BSL) Teaching Assistant

British Sign Language (BSL) Teaching Assistant – Mainstream Primary School
Location: Lambeth, South London
Pay: £108.35 per day
Start Date: ASAP / September Start
Contract: Full-time | Long-term

Are you a qualified British Sign Language (BSL) Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to support deaf and hearing-impaired pupils in a welcoming primary school?

Our education recruitment agency is working in partnership with a friendly and inclusive mainstream primary school in Lambeth to recruit a dedicated BSL Teaching Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a vital role in ensuring pupils can fully access learning and participate confidently in all aspects of school life.

• Provide 1:1 and classroom support for pupils who are deaf or have hearing impairments.
• Use British Sign Language (BSL) to facilitate effective communication between pupils, teachers and peers.
• Support pupils in accessing the curriculum and achieving their individual learning targets.
• Adapt learning materials and reinforce classroom teaching where appropriate.
• Encourage independence, confidence and social inclusion.
• Work closely with the class teacher, SENCO, Teachers of the Deaf and external professionals.
• Promote an inclusive learning environment where every pupil can thrive.

The Ideal Candidate

• BSL qualification (Level 2 or Level 3 minimum preferred).
• Experience working with deaf or hearing-impaired children in an educational or similar setting.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, caring and adaptable approach.
• A commitment to supporting inclusion and equal access to education.
• Previous Teaching Assistant experience is desirable but not essential.

What the School Offers

• A supportive and inclusive leadership team.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced SEN professionals and Teachers of the Deaf.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Well-resourced learning environment.
• Long-term opportunity with the potential for a permanent position.

Why Register with Us?

• Competitive daily pay.
• Weekly PAYE pay.
• Dedicated education consultant offering ongoing support.
• Free CPD and safeguarding training.
• Access to a wide range of education opportunities across London.

If you’re passionate about supporting deaf and hearing-impaired pupils and want to make a meaningful difference in a primary school setting, we’d love to hear from you.
To apply, please contact Charlie Hayes on:

M: 07758 135 941
E: charlie.hayes@pertempseducation.co.uk