BSL Teaching Assistant – SEN School
Walthamstow, East London
Full-Time | Long-Term | ASAP Start
Up to £650 per week
BSL Teaching Assistant | SEN Teaching Assistant | British Sign Language | SEND | East London | Full-Time | ASAP
Are you…
* A BSL Teaching Assistant or graduate with British Sign Language skills?
* Passionate about supporting children with hearing impairments and complex SEN?
* Looking for a full-time, long-term SEN role in East London starting immediately?
If so, this could be the ideal opportunity for you.
About the SEN School
A welcoming and inclusive specialist SEN school in Walthamstow is recruiting a dedicated BSL Teaching Assistant to support pupils with a range of additional needs, including:
* Hearing impairments
* Autism (ASC)
* Speech, language, and communication needs
* Complex and additional SEN
You will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team alongside teachers, SENCOs, and therapists, all committed to delivering high-quality, inclusive education.
The Role – BSL Teaching Assistant
As a BSL Teaching Assistant, your responsibilities will include:
* Providing 1:1 and small-group support using British Sign Language (BSL)
* Supporting pupils with hearing impairments across lessons and school activities
* Assisting with communication, engagement, and access to learning
* Supporting emotional regulation, routines, and social interaction
* Adapting learning materials to meet individual SEN needs
* Working closely with teachers, SENCOs, and therapists to deliver EHCP-led support
* Helping to create a calm, inclusive, and supportive learning environment
Person Specification
Essential
* A degree in Psychology, Special Education, or a related field
* British Sign Language qualification – Level 2 minimum (Level 3 preferred)
* Strong communication skills and a patient, empathetic approach
* Genuine interest in SEN, inclusion, and child development
Desirable
* Experience working with children or young people with SEN or SEND
* Experience supporting pupils with hearing impairments
* Interest in long-term careers such as teaching, speech and language therapy, or educational psychology
Why Apply?
* Full-time, long-term SEN Teaching Assistant role
* Competitive pay up to £650 per week
* Immediate start available
* Excellent hands-on experience in a specialist SEN school
* Ideal for graduates looking to build a career in education or therapy
Apply Now
If you are a BSL Teaching Assistant or graduate with British Sign Language skills looking for an ASAP start in Walthamstow, apply today.
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