Job Title: BSL Teaching Assistant
Location: Brent, North West London
Start Date: January 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Salary: £100 - £120 per day (PAYE, DOE)
Tradewind Recruitment are seeking a skilled British Sign Language (BSL) Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Primary School in Brent from January 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced BSL practitioner to support pupils with hearing impairments and additional needs, helping them to access learning, develop communication skills, and build confidence in a nurturing and inclusive school environment.
The Role:
1. Providing 1:1 and small group support using BSL to facilitate communication and learning
2. Assisting class teachers with adapted lessons and individualised support plans
3. Promoting independence, confidence, and positive social interaction among pupils
4. Supporting the inclusion of pupils with hearing impairments within the wider school community
What We're Looking For:
5. BSL qualification (minimum Level 2 required)
6. Experience supporting children or young people with hearing impairments (in a school or care setting)
7. A calm, patient, and proactive approach to supporting learning
8. Strong communication and teamwork skills
9. An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one)
Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?
10. PAYE only - transparent pay, no umbrella companies
11. Free access to The National College, with over 2,500 CPD-accredited courses
12. Dedicated support from a safeguarding-trained SEND consultant
13. Strong connections with schools and SEND provisions across Brent and North West London
If you're a passionate BSL Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding long-term role supporting pupils with hearing impairments, we'd love to hear from you.